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LoC No.: 08000856
Title: Stained Glass Tours in France
Note: Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Stained Glass Tours in France" by Charles Hitchcock Sherrill is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide focused on exploring and appreciating the beauty of stained glass windows across various cathedrals and churches in France. Sherrill aims not only to direct readers to notable examples of stained glass but also to evoke an appreciation for this art form, particularly through the lens of historical and architectural significance. At the start of this guide, the author sets the stage for a unique exploration of stained glass, emphasizing its allure and significance in French cathedrals, particularly the thirteenth century. Sherrill reflects on his journey through France, describing how stained glass transformed ordinary light into a kaleidoscope of color within sacred spaces. By using Paris's Sainte Chapelle and Notre Dame as starting points, he establishes a framework for future explorations, inviting readers to engage with various regions and epochs of stained glass art, while also sharing insights on viewing techniques to enhance their experience. The introduction suggests a delightful blend of practical touring advice and artistic appreciation, making it an enticing read for art lovers and travelers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sherrill, Charles Hitchcock, 1867-1936
EBook No.: 34772
Published: Dec 28, 2010
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: France -- Description and travel
Subject: Architecture -- France
Subject: Glass painting and staining -- France
Subject: Churches -- France
LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 08000856
Title: Stained Glass Tours in France
Note: Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Stained Glass Tours in France" by Charles Hitchcock Sherrill is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide focused on exploring and appreciating the beauty of stained glass windows across various cathedrals and churches in France. Sherrill aims not only to direct readers to notable examples of stained glass but also to evoke an appreciation for this art form, particularly through the lens of historical and architectural significance. At the start of this guide, the author sets the stage for a unique exploration of stained glass, emphasizing its allure and significance in French cathedrals, particularly the thirteenth century. Sherrill reflects on his journey through France, describing how stained glass transformed ordinary light into a kaleidoscope of color within sacred spaces. By using Paris's Sainte Chapelle and Notre Dame as starting points, he establishes a framework for future explorations, inviting readers to engage with various regions and epochs of stained glass art, while also sharing insights on viewing techniques to enhance their experience. The introduction suggests a delightful blend of practical touring advice and artistic appreciation, making it an enticing read for art lovers and travelers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sherrill, Charles Hitchcock, 1867-1936
EBook No.: 34772
Published: Dec 28, 2010
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: France -- Description and travel
Subject: Architecture -- France
Subject: Glass painting and staining -- France
Subject: Churches -- France
LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.