Eleanor townsend (17 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In Medieval and Renaissance Europe, where life expectancy was under forty and the Church taught that, after dying, the soul faced a terrifying and uncertain onward journey, death in Medieval and Renaissance Europe was a major preoccupation. This fascinating book sets out the beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife in a mainly Catholic Europe, and explores how these shaped attitudes to the visual arts. Townsend reveals how people of every background commissioned devotional works and wore protective jewellery; built tombs and went on pilgrimage - all to improve their soul's chances after death. Fully illustrated with images from a wide range of media including sculpture, jewellery and painting, this is a unique look at the art of death. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Zustand: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. Light tanning. ; 7.38 X 0.5 X 8.13 inches; 96 pages fmc2%262D.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. Has some light general reading/shelfwear - otherwise this is a clean, tight copy. Quick dispatch from the UK. Book.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. V & A Pub, London, 2009. Hard cover. Book condition : Near fine, like new. Appears unread. Superb illustrations. Book will be sent by UK postal service. Inventory #AF019986.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 96 pages. 8.50x8.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

hardcover. Zustand: Like New. Clean copy. May have remainder mark.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1. Minor shelf wear. Else a bright, clean copy. An invaluable reference for all those interested in the history of sculpture and medieval art. This lavishly illustrated volume is a celebratory tribute to the leading scholar and curator Paul Williamson, formerly Keeper of Sculpture, Metalwork, Ceramics & Glass at the Victoria and Albert Museum. This rich collection of over twenty fully illustrated essays covers an array of medieval topics, with a particular emphasis on sculpture. The contributors, all friends and colleagues of the dedicatee, are prominent experts in their different fields, from the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States. The wide range of subjects covered includes ivories, wood carvings, alabaster, architectural sculpture, caskets, reliquaries, and questions of imagery and iconography. With a full scholarly apparatus, A Reservoir of Ideas is an invaluable work of reference. The volume celebrates the museum career and scholarship of Paul Williamson, a scholar and curator whose outstanding contribution to art history continues to expand and inspire the study of sculpture in general and medieval art in particular. Williamson joined the V&A in 1979 as one of the youngest curators ever appointed. He took over as Chief Curator in 1989, and he was Director of the Collections from 2004-07, and Acting Deputy Director in 2013. During his 36-year career at the V&A he wrote 17 books and over 150 articles. Williamson's profound experience and expertise as a curator at the V&A have both enhanced his own well-deserved reputation as the leading expert in the study of European sculpture, and simultaneously enriched the standing and holdings of the collections themselves. The works acquired during his time at the V&A, and the gallery displays that he either oversaw or curated himself, amply demonstrate his tremendous range of knowledge and appreciation of art. Despite his wide-ranging expertise and enthusiasm for the art of all periods, it seems fitting that this volume is devoted to medieval art, and primarily to sculpture - the works of art that undoubtedly lie closest to his heart. It is a testament to his standing at the pinnacle of medieval studies that so many leading experts have eagerly contributed to this exceptional collection. .…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. This is a Very Good Copy of this hardcover book in blue cloth with gilt title lettering to spine.No dust-jacket.This copy has one previous inscription present to the front endpaper.The book has a firm binding with no hinge weakness and with NO leaning to spine.Nicely illustrated with black and white drawings by Will Townsend.8vo 128pp First Edition 1st Impression Uncommon title [1926]. Will Townsend (illustrator).…

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. 2017. Hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. Insignificant age-toning to the edges of the text block; First edition. Hardback. Dust wrapper over black boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 11¾" x 10" (3.4 kg); pp 496; Index; Bibliography; Important: this is a heavier book at 3.4 kg; additional overseas postage may be required. Within the UK, very heavy books may require ParcelForce. Includes: Family trees; Black & White and Colour photos within the text; Colour plates; Coloured maps (1); Colour frontispiece; 3-column text. || The book is on the shelf and ready to post from Bath by a real bookseller, packed properly, despatched promptly and personally guaranteed (in addition to your normal rights). My Book #208045 ||. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 292 pages. 11.25x9.75x1.25 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: Neuf.

Hardcover. Cloth, frayed dw. Exhibition catalogue. Victoria & Albert Museum.