This groundbreaking book examines in great detail the most westerly expression of Gothic and traces its development from the beginning of the thirteenth century to the Reformation.  It looks at what survives of Gothic art in Ireland, examining previously unknown material, and discussing such wide-ranging topics as the historiography of the style, iconography, and forms. Fabulously illustrated throughout with colour and b&w photographs, the text is not limited to Irish architecture but covers, in significant part, the rich heritage of medieval metalworking on elaborate shrines and the revival of Gaelic manuscripts during the C15th.  Large hardback.  188 pages.  In near new condition.  Cat No 4449