The medieval wall paintings that remain in English churches are for the most part shadows of their former selves ndash; the rare fragments of this beautiful art to have survived not only the Reformation but also successive waves of iconoclastic zeal and unsympathetic restoration. The whitewashed walls of most parish churches belie the riot of colour and decoration that once adorned them; but the remnants of paintings tucked into corners or rescued from later layers of paint help us to understand the role of art in medieval religion. Roger Rosewell here offers a guide to the role played by medieval wall paintings; as religious; didactic and commemorative works of art; telling the stories of those who created them and those who used them on a daily basis. He also compares and contrasts religious and domestic wall paintings; using beautiful colour photography throughout.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A great first step in understanding the story of the Bay ...By Bart W. NeyWell researched. A great first step in understanding the story of the Bay Bridges Eastern Span!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Oh My God - Thats Why it Cost $6.3 Billion!By richshill2This story lends credence to the theory that "ordinary citizens" could do a better job than many of the ones we elect; particularly if the Public Officials have been around a while and are "important". My favorite was the politician that said (something like) My constituents dont care if the bridge costs an extra $75 or $100 Million as long as its a "signature" bridge. I bet he never asked. The politics and decision making were very well covered. I was disappointed that the welding issues werent examined with the same rigor. All in all a fascinating read that leaves you shaking your head.
