The Arts in Early England, Vol. 5: The Ruthwell and Bewcastle Crosses, the Gospels of Lindisfarne, and Other Christian Monuments of Northumbria (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Gerard Baldwin Brown

9780260373243: The Arts in Early England, Vol. 5: The Ruthwell and Bewcastle Crosses, the Gospels of Lindisfarne, and Other Christian Monuments of Northumbria (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0260373249 ISBN 13: 9780260373243

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore early Northumbrian art and inscriptions with this scholarly volume.

This volume, The Ruthwell and Bewcastle Crosses, the Gospels of Lindisfarne, and Other Christian Monuments of Northumbria, surveys the great crosses, the Lindisfarne Gospels, and related monuments with careful analysis and vivid illustration. It combines historical context, stylistic interpretation, and careful cataloging of inscriptions and iconography to illuminate a pivotal moment in early English Christianity.

In‑depth analyses of the Ruthwell and Bewcastle crosses, their style, inscriptions, and historical setting
Detailed study of the Gospels of Lindisfarne, including their origins, contents, and artistic program
Rich plates and line drawings that reveal the form and decoration of Northumbrian monuments
Contextual chapters on chronology, archaeology, and manuscript culture in medieval Northumbria

Ideal for readers of early medieval art, archaeology, and Northumbrian history who want a clear, well‑grounded guide to these iconic monuments of the north.

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