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Product Description
This book provides a standard introduction to Byzantine art and architecture for the university student and for anyone seriously interested in the subject. It covers the whole Byzantine period from the fourth to the fourteenth century in a systematic manner, by period, dealing with material culture under main section headings (such as architecture, sculpture, monumental art, minor arts and manuscripts) for ease of reference. The text is illustrated by well over 300 maps, plans and halftones.
Review
'This is a most comprehensive and exemplary book … Dr Rodley must be congratulated upon producing such an authoritative survey of a complex period, and in presenting it in terms which both the specialist and non-specialist will readily comprehend.' The Greek Gazette
Book Description
A systematic introduction to the rich material culture of the Byzantine empire.
Book Description
Systematically covering the entire Byzantine period from the fourth to fourteenth century, this well illustrated reference work provides a standard introduction to Byzantine art and architecture for the art lover as well as the university student.