Byzantine art

Author: Matthew
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: The "Classical and Modern Art Series" consists of 10 volumes: "Greek Art," "Romanesque Art," "Gothic Art," "Byzantine Art," "The Renaissance in Florence," "The Renaissance in Rome," "The Renaissance in Venice," "Art of the Human Body," "From El Greco to Goya," and "Impressionism." The "Classical and Modern Art Series" covers various artistic styles in the history of Western art from the glorious periods of ancient Greece and Rome, through the great Renaissance, to the Impressionism of the late 19th century. "Greek Art" and "Romanesque Art" trace the glorious origins of Western art history, "Gothic Art" showcases the brilliance of theological art in the dimmed Middle Ages, and "The Renaissance in Florence," "The Renaissance in Rome," and "The Renaissance in Venice" once again take readers back to the pinnacle of Western art history during the great Renaissance—humanistic era. "Byzantine Art" examines the mystery and subtlety of art from the perspective of the Christian world, viewing the art of the Byzantine Empire—a Christian kingdom in the eyes of the world—as a mystical and profound expression. Through the art tunnel created by this series, you can fully appreciate the enchanting charm of Western art. The series traces the main lines of Western art history, sorting out world art and architectural art. It not only provides a detailed analysis of artistic styles but also deeply explores the modern influences resulting from the integration of art with other fields. The authors are top experts in their respective fields worldwide. This book series is highly authoritative and readable. The art of the Byzantine Empire is inseparably linked to the rise and fall of its capital. Founded by Emperor Constantine in 324 as Constantinople (now Istanbul), the city fell into the hands of invaders in 1204 and was finally occupied by the Ottoman Turks in 1453. The city was the center of Byzantine culture, inheriting the legal system and imperial spirit of ancient Rome, as well as the intellectual legacy of ancient Greece. Many moments in the history of Constantinople played a pivotal role in the development of Western Europe, and its art once served as the best key to interpreting and understanding the essence of Byzantine culture. Through thematic narration, Thomas Matthew explores the political and social backgrounds of numerous artworks, including sacred and secular, urban and monastic, public and personal. Icons emerged within the family, providing a new and more powerful way to express private piety. Byzantine art's most important setting was the church. There, interior mosaics and frescoes reached new heights, and the influence of Eastern Orthodoxy was unprecedented. In the process of decoration, Byzantine art shared many similarities with its Islamic neighbors in textiles, jewelry, and illuminated manuscripts, while these art forms were, in turn, spread to broader spaces, influencing fashion and style around Europe and the Mediterranean. Finally, Thomas Matthew elucidates the significant role Byzantine art played in the early Renaissance and beyond. Thomas Matthew is a professor of art history at the Institute of Fine Arts at New York University, with numerous papers and books on early Christianity, Byzantine culture, and architecture. 【Target Audience】Architects, artists, art enthusiasts, faculty and students of universities and colleges 【Table of Contents】Preface. Chapter 1: The Imperial City of Constantinople; Chapter 2: Icons; Chapter 3: The Secular Family World; Chapter 4: The Temple of Transformation; Chapter 5: A World Art.