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LoC No.: 14030359

Title: Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England and France

Note: Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Summary: "Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England and France" by Hugh Arnold is a scholarly account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the intricate art of stained glass windows, particularly focusing on the evolution of this craft from its origins in the Middle Ages to its significance in the churches of England and France. Arnold presents typical windows from different centuries, unraveling their historical, artistic, and cultural messages. At the start of the book, the author acknowledges the often-overlooked beauty and storytelling capabilities of stained glass windows, encouraging readers to take a closer look beyond their initial impressions. He discusses the process of creating stained glass, emphasizing the labor involved and distinguishing between the roles of glazing and painting in this art form. Additionally, he sets the stage for the subsequent chapters by outlining his aim to delve into significant examples of stained glass, showcasing its artistry and its role in ecclesiastical architecture, while also providing historical context for its development and preservation through time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Arnold, Hugh

Illustrator: Saint, Lawrence B. (Lawrence Bradford), 1885-

EBook No.: 41370

Published: Nov 16, 2012

Downloads: 107

Language: English

Subject: Glass painting and staining -- France

Subject: Glass painting and staining -- England

Subject: Art, Medieval

LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:41370:2 2012-11-16T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Saint, Lawrence B. (Lawrence Bradford) Arnold, Hugh en urn:lccn:14030359 1
2024-11-08T17:55:44Z Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England and France

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 14030359

Title: Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England and France

Note: Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England and France" by Hugh Arnold is a scholarly account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the intricate art of stained glass windows, particularly focusing on the evolution of this craft from its origins in the Middle Ages to its significance in the churches of England and France. Arnold presents typical windows from different centuries, unraveling their historical, artistic, and cultural messages. At the start of the book, the author acknowledges the often-overlooked beauty and storytelling capabilities of stained glass windows, encouraging readers to take a closer look beyond their initial impressions. He discusses the process of creating stained glass, emphasizing the labor involved and distinguishing between the roles of glazing and painting in this art form. Additionally, he sets the stage for the subsequent chapters by outlining his aim to delve into significant examples of stained glass, showcasing its artistry and its role in ecclesiastical architecture, while also providing historical context for its development and preservation through time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Arnold, Hugh

Illustrator: Saint, Lawrence B. (Lawrence Bradford), 1885-

EBook No.: 41370

Published: Nov 16, 2012

Downloads: 107

Language: English

Subject: Glass painting and staining -- France

Subject: Glass painting and staining -- England

Subject: Art, Medieval

LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:41370:3 2012-11-16T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Saint, Lawrence B. (Lawrence Bradford) Arnold, Hugh en urn:lccn:14030359 1