The Uncreated Light: An Iconographiocal Study of the Transfiguration In the Eastern Church

Nes, Solrunn

ISBN 10: 0802817645 / ISBN 13: 9780802817648

Published by William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2007

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First Eerdmans Edition with complete number line at copyright page. 187 pages including bibliography. Brown boards, bright gilt lettering. Illustrated with a 16-page section of color art reproductions and troughout the text with B&W art. Dust jacket with hint of display wear. Media Mail, Priority & most international shipping include free tracking information. Every book listed is located in my smoke free and climate controlled shop. All are inspected by me and will have qualities and/or flaws described.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Uncreated Light: An Iconographiocal Study of the Transfiguration In the Eastern Church
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0802817645
• ISBN 13: 9780802817648
• Binding: Hard Cover
• Illustrator: Various Artists
• Edition: 1st Edition, 1st Printing.
• Condition: New
• Dust Jacket Condition: New
• Seller catalogs:
  • The Arts
  • Religion & Theology

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Synopsis

Distinguished religious artist Solrunn Nes in this volume explores the beauty and truth found in icons of Christ's transfiguration. As Nes observes in her introduction, the transfiguration of Jesus Christ is an especially rich subject in the abundant iconographical tradition of the Eastern Church. In weaving together iconographical representations and theological interpretation, The Uncreated Light is itself a beautiful exploration of this subject.

Structured according to the biblical account of Christ's transfiguration, the book is divided into three main parts. The first, corresponding with the ascent up the mountain, presents the iconographical theme in four representative works of previous centuries. The second section focuses on the "vision of light" and considers the Orthodox interpretation of the event based on a selection of art and texts. The third and final section parallels the descent back down the mountain; here Nes goes back to the icons themselves, interpreting them anew in light of the insights gained under the "vision of light."

Including full-color plates of the icons discussed and a lengthy appendix, The Uncreated Light is a testament to the author's own artistic grace and to her deep understanding of iconographical art as an expression of faith.

About the Author

Solrunn Nes is an art historian, freelance lecturer, andwriter. Her highly regarded iconography can be seen in suchplaces as Aylesford Priory in England and St Paul's Churchin Bergen, Norway.