Medieval Painting Author:P. Francastel The medieval world was preeminently a religious one, and its art is, for the most part, Christian art - the depiction of biblical scenes and characters, and of clerics and saints. In mosaics, frescoes, tapestries, manuscript illuminations, icons, and paintings, the artist of the Middle Ages celebrated their love of God, man, and life. The nearly... more » 200 full-color reproductions in this book are enhanced by an authoritative and lucid text, which offers an exciting introduction to the history of art from the 6th century to the 15th century.« less