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Catalogue of an exhibition that gathered together outstanding works of art depicting the Magi including amongst many -  early medieval ivory carvings, a Limoges enamel casket, altar pieces, a C12th psalter, paintings by the Master of Liesborn and Breughel, a Durer engraving,  tapestries and historic  manuscripts culminating in more recent exhibits by Eric Gill and Craigie Aitchison.  Eighty-five exhibits are described and most are illustrated.  Essays on the legend of the Magi and the importance of their representation in art precede the catalogue proper.  Paperback.  64 pages.  Bibliography and Glossary.  Near new condition.  Cat No 3136

£ 18.95

Timothy Raison

Buckinghamshire County Museum

New

Paperback

1996

Theory & Practice: Art History

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