{"product_id":"john-ruskin-the-preraphaelites-and-religious-imagination-sacre-conversazioni-9783031215537","title":"John Ruskin, the Pre-Raphaelites, and Religious Imagination: Sacre Conversazioni","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis volume explores nineteenth-century ideas about Christian theology, art, architecture, restoration, and curatorial practice through the writings of John Ruskin and the Pre-Raphaelite religious imagination. It showcases the visual theology of artists such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti, John Everett Millais, Edward Burne-Jones, and Evelyn de Morgan, encouraging reflection on praise, truth, and beauty. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 315 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27 June 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer International Publishing AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive volume brings together a diverse array of essays by renowned experts, delving into the rich tapestry of nineteenth-century ideas concerning Christian theology, art, architecture, restoration, and curatorial practices. It sheds light on the enduring significance of John Ruskin's writing, recognizing its relevance to contemporary audiences while seamlessly intertwining it with the vibrant spirit of the Pre-Raphaelite religious imagination. Through a meticulous examination of Ruskin's drawings, daguerreotypes, Pre-Raphaelite paintings, stained glass, and engravings, the volume showcases the profound interplay between visual theology and artistic expression. Artists like Dante Gabriel Rossetti, John Everett Millais, Edward Burne-Jones, and Evelyn de Morgan emerge as beacons of faith and aesthetics, illuminating various aspects of the divine and the beautiful.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interdisciplinary nature of this volume fosters a profound exploration of praise, truth, and beauty. The aesthetic conversations between Ruskin and the Pre-Raphaelites themselves take on a sacred quality, resembling a form of 'sacra conversazione.' By examining these interconnections, readers are invited to engage in a contemplative journey that transcends boundaries and encourages a deeper understanding of the human experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike, offering a wealth of insights and perspectives on the nineteenth century's artistic and theological discourse. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of creativity and the profound impact of religious beliefs on the world of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 148 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783031215537\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44327458177274,"sku":"9783031215537","price":111.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1688743407009_book.jpg?v=1688887597","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/john-ruskin-the-preraphaelites-and-religious-imagination-sacre-conversazioni-9783031215537","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}