2017, ISBN: 3777425192

[EAN: 9783777425191], Neubuch, [PU: Hirmer Verlag GmbH, Munich], Hardcover. The so-called chasuble of Thomas Becket (1118-1170) is one of the most magnificent medieval textiles in the Med… Mehr…

[EAN: 9783777425191], Neubuch, [PU: Hirmer Verlag GmbH, Munich], Hardcover. The so-called chasuble of Thomas Becket (1118-1170) is one of the most magnificent medieval textiles in the Mediterranean region. Richly decorated with ornaments, fabulous animals and figures in lavish gold embroidery with Arabic inscriptions, this precious liturgical garment provides impressive proof of the reutilisation of the Islamic arts in the Christian world. Venerated as a relic of St Thomas of Canterbury, the chasuble was produced in Spanish-Muslim workshops and probably reached Italy as a donation to the Cathedral of Fermo in about 1200. Despite its outstanding artistic quality and fascinating history, this magnificent garment has never hitherto been the subject of a detailed study. Richly illustrated with numerous details, this volume investigates the meaning of the inscriptions and motifs, examines manufacturing techniques and the function of the chasuble, traces its "biography" and places it within the historical context of the political, economic and cultural situation in the Mediterranean region. The so-called chasuble of Thomas Becket (1118-1170) is one of the most magnificent medieval textiles in the Mediterranean region. Richly illustrated with details, this volume investigates the meaning of the inscriptions and motifs, examines manufacturing techniques and the function of the chasuble, and traces its "biography". Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability., Books<

ISBN: 9783777425191

One of the most magnificent medieval textiles in the Mediterranean region is the Chasuble of Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, who was murdered by the knights of King Henry II and … Mehr…

One of the most magnificent medieval textiles in the Mediterranean region is the Chasuble of Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, who was murdered by the knights of King Henry II and canonized three years later by decree of the Roman Catholic Church. According to the Cathedral of Fermo, which holds the chasuble, the embroidered blue silk vestment was donated to Fermo by Bishop Presbitero in the twelfth century. But despite its importance, its outstanding preservation, and the presence of Arabic inscriptions, the chasuble has never been the subject of a comprehensive study.             With The Chasuble of Thomas Becket, art historian Avinoam Shalem is joined by an internationally renowned group of experts— Miriam Ali-de-Unzaga, Birgitt Borkopp-Restle, Ariane Dor, David Jacoby, Márta Járó, Germano Liberati, Ursula Nilgen, and Regula Schorta—in offering a new reading on this unique historical vestment. Contributions examine what we can determine about the chasuble’s manufacture; thoroughly assess its inscriptions, including with regard to the process or transculturation in a new Christian context in the Cathedral of Fermo; and reconsider its historical and mercantile context within the Mediterranean region, Muslim Spain, and Italy.     Trade Books>Hardcover>Art,Design & Photography>Art>Surveys, Hirmer Publishers Core >2<

2017, ISBN: 3777425192

Die sogenannte Kasel des Thomas Becket (1118-1170) gehört zu den prachtvollsten mittelalterlichen Textilien des Mittelmeerraums. Reich verziert mit Ornamenten, fantastischen Tieren und Fi… Mehr…

Die sogenannte Kasel des Thomas Becket (1118-1170) gehört zu den prachtvollsten mittelalterlichen Textilien des Mittelmeerraums. Reich verziert mit Ornamenten, fantastischen Tieren und Figuren in üppiger Goldstickerei sowie mit arabischen Inschriften zeugt das kostbare liturgische Gewand eindrucksvoll von der Wiederverwendung islamischer Künste in der christlichen Welt. Die als Reliquie des hl. Thomas von Canterbury verehrte Kasel entstammt spanisch-muslimischen Werkstätten und gelangte vermutlich um 1200 als Stiftung nach Italien, in die Kathedrale von Fermo. Ungeachtet seiner herausragenden künstlerischen Qualität und spannenden Geschichte war das prächtige Textil bislang nie Gegenstand einer umfassenden Studie. Reich bebildert mit zahlreichen Details spürt der Band der Bedeutung der Inschriften und Motive nach, untersucht Herstellungstechniken und Funktion des Gewandes, folgt seiner »Biografie« und stellt es in den historischen Kontext der politischen, wirtschaftlichen und kulturellen Zusammenhänge des Mittelmeerraums. Media Buch, 304 Seiten, Media > Books, Hirmer, 2017<

2017, ISBN: 3777425192

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