{"product_id":"high-gothic-christian-art-and-iconography-of-the-13th-14th-century-9789887470762","title":"High Gothic: Christian Art and Iconography of the 13th-14th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Florian Knothe | Tullia Fraser\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Hku Museum and Art Gallery\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Hku Museum and Art Gallery\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Subjects \u0026amp; Themes - Religious\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA splendid showcase of High Gothic art and iconography.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Despite its provenance as a derogatory term, the word \"gothic\" is now understood to describe a distinct style of buildings and objects between the twelfth and fifteenth centuries. The Gothic period saw an increased emphasis on the power of images as vision became a primary force for activating emotion and inspiring contemplation. The great cathedrals constructed in this period--with their thin walls and high vaults filled with statuary and stained-glass windows--were designed to evoke awe among its visitors. The exquisite Gothic objects featured in the McCarthy Collection represent a broad spectrum of workshops and styles across Europe. \u003ci\u003eHigh Gothic: Christian Art and Iconography of the 13th-14th Century \u003c\/i\u003eshowcases classic examples of statuary, stained glass, diptychs, textiles, and caskets that were part of the splendor we now associate with the High Gothic aesthetic.","brand":"Hku Museum and Art Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47572619657367,"sku":"9789887470762","price":3361.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9789887470762.webp?v=1774890563","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/high-gothic-christian-art-and-iconography-of-the-13th-14th-century-9789887470762","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}