Dictionary of subjects and symbols in art
Hall, James Albert (1934- )
Dictionary of subjects and symbols in art - Rev. ed., 1979 - New York Icon Editions/Harper & Row c1974 - xxix, 349p.; ill.; bibliog.; index - (Icon editions) .
Intro. by Kenneth Clark.
'The volume is comprehensible to interested laymen, and scholars. Entries pertain to persons, titles and pictures, and objects as attributes and symbols. Recurrent mythological, historical and religious themes are explored and allegorical, poetic, and saintly characters are also covered. Cross-references and appropriate line drawings enhance the book's value. And because the entries are succinct and really absorbing, it's fun simply to browse through this dictionary. Highly recommended.' --Library Journal
Paperback
0-06-430100-1
74-6578
Art--Themes, Motives
Symbolism in Art
Symbolism in Art--Dictionaries
Dictionary of subjects and symbols in art - Rev. ed., 1979 - New York Icon Editions/Harper & Row c1974 - xxix, 349p.; ill.; bibliog.; index - (Icon editions) .
Intro. by Kenneth Clark.
'The volume is comprehensible to interested laymen, and scholars. Entries pertain to persons, titles and pictures, and objects as attributes and symbols. Recurrent mythological, historical and religious themes are explored and allegorical, poetic, and saintly characters are also covered. Cross-references and appropriate line drawings enhance the book's value. And because the entries are succinct and really absorbing, it's fun simply to browse through this dictionary. Highly recommended.' --Library Journal
Paperback
0-06-430100-1
74-6578
Art--Themes, Motives
Symbolism in Art
Symbolism in Art--Dictionaries