Arnolfini (381 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Arnolfini portrait, painted by Jan van Eyck in 1434, is one of the world's most famous paintings. It intrigues all who see it. Scholars and the public alike have puzzled over the meaning of this haunting gem of medieval art, a subtle and beautiful double portrait of a wealthy Bruges merchant and his wife.The enigmatic couple seem to be conveying a message to us across the centuries, but what? Is the painting the celebration of marriage or pregnancy, a memorial to a wife who died in childbirth, a fashion statement or a status symbol? Using her acclaimed forensic skills as an art historian, Carola Hicks set out to decode the mystery, uncovering a few surprises along the way.She also tells the fascinating story of the painting's survival through fires, battles, hazardous sea journeys, and its role as a mirror reflecting the culture and history of the time - from jewel of the Hapsburg empire to Napoleonic war trophy. Uniquely, for a masterpiece this old, it can be tracked through every single owner, from the mysterious Mr Arnolfini via various monarchs to a hard-up Waterloo war hero, until it finally came to rest in 1842 as an early star of the National Gallery. These owners, too, have cameo parts in this enthralling story of how an artwork of genius can speak afresh to each new generation. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Arnolfini Portrait Art Planner 2026: Jan van Eyck Organizer Calendar Year January-December 2026 (12 Months) Northern Renaissance Painting. Book.

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Paperback. Condition: New.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

paperback. Condition: Good. Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Oversized.

Trade Paperback. Condition: VG-. used trade paperback edition. lightly shelfworn, corners perhaps slightly bumped, light crease across front cover. pages and binding are clean, straight and tight. there are no marks to the text or other serious flaws.

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Paperback. Condition: Fine. xxi, 180 pages, [16] pages of plates, illustrations (some colour); 29 cm. Firm binding, clean inside copy. *** "Commonly known as the 'Arnolfini Wedding' or 'Giovanni Arnolfini and His Bride,' Jan van Eyck's double portrait, painted in 1434, is probably the most widely recognized panel painting of the fifteenth century. One of the great masterpieces of early Flemish art, this enigmatic picture has also aroused intense speculation as to its precise meaning. Edwin Hall's accessible study--firmly grounded in Roman and canon law, theology, literature, and the social history of the period--offers a compelling new interpretation of this wonderful painting. Instead of depicting the sacrament of marriage, Hall argues, the painting commemorates the alliance between two wealthy and important Italian mercantile families, a ceremonious betrothal that reflects the social conventions of the time. Hall not only unlocks the mystery that has surrounded this work of art, he also makes a unique contribution to the fascinating history of betrothal and marriage custom, ritual, and ceremony, tracing their evolution from the late Roman Empire through the fifteenth century and providing persuasive visual evidence for their development. His illuminating view of Van Eyck's quintessential work is a striking example of how art continues to endure and engage us over the centuries. / Edwin Hall is Professor of History at Wayne State University. He is the author of Sweynheym & Pannartz and the Origins of Printing in Italy: German Technology and Italian Humanism in Renaissance Rome (1991)." - Publisher. Size: 4to.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. DiSilvio, Rich (illustrator).

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. DiSilvio, Rich (illustrator).

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Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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HARDCOVER. Condition: Near Fine. Near Fine. 1st edition. 183pp, octavo. Disilvio, Rich (illustrator).

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Condition: New. DiSilvio, Rich (illustrator).

Condition: New. DiSilvio, Rich (illustrator).

Condition: New. DiSilvio, Rich (illustrator).

hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Foxing to the pages.…

hardcover. Condition: 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.

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

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Condition: Very Good. : En este ensayo, Jean-Philippe Postel examina el famoso cuadro de Jan van Eyck, 'El matrimonio Arnolfini', para desentrañar los misterios que esconde. A través de un análisis forense del lienzo, Postel busca responder preguntas sobre la identidad de los personajes y el significado de los objetos que los rodean. ¿Quiénes son realmente el hombre y la mujer retratados en el cuadro? ¿Qué vínculo los unía? ¿Qué pistas pueden ofrecernos al respecto los objetos que los rodean? Este libro invita al lector a resolver el enigma de una de las obras de arte más enigmáticas de todos los tiempos. EAN: 9788419036469 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Arte y Cultura Título: El affaire Arnolfini Autor: Jean-Philippe Postel Editorial: Acantilado Idioma: es-ES Páginas: 168 Formato: tapa blanda.…

Paperback. Condition: New.