This book offers a groundbreaking exploration of the "double tomb" effigies from the Middle Ages, analyzing their significance and cultural implications. It delves into the artistic and historical context of these unique monuments, shedding light on the relationships they commemorate and the societal values they reflect. Through detailed examination, the author reveals how these effigies served not only as memorials but also as expressions of identity and status during a transformative period in history.
Boydell Studies in Medieval Art and Architecture Serie
Questa serie si addentra nel ricco mondo dell'arte e dell'architettura medievale, offrendo un vivace forum per la discussione accademica. Esplora una vasta gamma di media, dai manoscritti miniati alle mappe, arazzi, sculture e vetrate. La collana copre vari periodi e regioni, invitando i lettori a confrontarsi con l'intricata bellezza e il significato storico dell'ambiente costruito e visivo medievale.



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