Saint Francis of Assisi / Gabriele Finaldi and Joost Joustra ; with an essay by Andre Vauchez ; and contributions by Susanna Avery-Quash, Ayla Lepine, Laura Llewellyn, Daniel Sobrino Ralston and Jennifer Sliwka.
Publisher:
Yale University Press
Copyright Date:
℗♭2023
Description:
181 pages : colour illustrations, map ; 23 x 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 166-173) and index.
Contents:
A radical saint. Andre Vauchez -- Francis : the image of a saint / Gabriele Finaldi -- Changing perspectives : Francis through the ages / Andre Vauchez -- Catalogue. Saint Francis of Assisi ; Franciscan beginnings ; The mystical Francis ; The natural world ; Saint Clare of Assisi ; A radical saint.
Summary:
"Exploring the life, imagery and lasting appeal of Saint Francis of Assisi (1182-1226), this landmark book features a core of important historic paintings representing the saint by Giotto, Sassetta, Caravaggio, Zurbaran and El Greco. From his native Umbria, Saint Francis's image spread rapidly to become a global phenomenon and a continuous source of artistic fascination. His commitment to the poor, powerful appeals for peace, openness to dialogue with other religions and embryonic environmentalism radically impacted the Church and society of his time, and still hold great interest today. Spanning seven centuries and ranging from the earliest, relic-like objects to contemporary art in a variety of media, including works by Antony Gormley, Giuseppe Penone and a new commission from Richard Long, Saint Francis of Assisi reflects on the lasting legacy of Saint Francis - an inherently modern figure who retains a universal appeal. Exhibition: The National Gallery, London, UK (06.05. - 30.07.2023)."-- Provided by publisher.
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