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Icon and Devotion: Sacred Spaces in Imperial Russia
Icon and Devotion offers the first extensive presentation in English of the making and meaning of Russian icons.
Icon and Devotion: Sacred Spaces in Imperial Russia
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Icon and Devotion: Sacred Spaces in Imperial Russia

Item #: 24826021

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Cultural Insight
Explores the intersection of religion and art in Imperial Russia, providing readers with a deep understanding of sacred spaces and their significance in shaping Russian identity and spirituality.
Visual Richness
Includes high-quality images and illustrations that enhance the reading experience, allowing readers to visually connect with the sacred art and architecture of the period.
Scholarly Research
Grounded in extensive research, this book offers a comprehensive examination of historical contexts and artistic traditions, making it an essential reference for students, historians, and art enthusiasts.

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Discover the beauty and history of sacred spaces in Imperial Russia. Get the Icon and Devotion book at Ubuy South Africa, your global online store. Explore now!
  • Icon and Devotion offers the first extensive presentation in English of the making and meaning of Russian icons. The craft of icon-making is set into the context of forms of worship that emerged in the Russian Orthodox Church in the mid-seventeenth century. Oleg Tarasov shows how icons have held a special place in Russian consciousness because they represented idealized images of Holy Russia. He also looks closely at how and why icons were made. Wonder-working saints and the leaders of such religious schisms as the Old Believers appear in these pages, which are illustrated in halftones with miniature paintings, lithographs and engravings never before published in the English-speaking world. By tracing the artistic vocabulary, techniques and working methods of icon painters, Tarasov shows how icons have been integral to the history of Russian art, influenced by folk and mainstream currents alike. As well as articulating the specifically Russian piety they invoke, he analyzes the significance of icons in the cultural life of modern Russia in the context of popular prints and poster design.
Publisher Reaktion Books
Publication date December 15, 2014
Language English
Print length 416 pages
ISBN-10 1780233760
ISBN-13 978-1780233765
Item Weight 1.45 pounds (660 grams)
Dimensions 7 x 1 x 9 inches (17.8 x 2.5 x 22.9 cm)

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  • Art Historians

    This book provides insights into Russian sacred art, essential for understanding cultural and historical developments in the region.

  • Students of Religion

    Ideal for students exploring the intersection of art and spirituality in Russian Orthodox practices during the imperial era.

  • Cultural Enthusiasts

    Perfect for those interested in Russian culture and its unique religious expressions, offering a deep dive into sacred spaces.

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  • Casual Readers

    May be too in-depth for casual readers looking for light or general information about Russia or its culture.

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