[ebooks] The Secret Life of Musical Notation: Defying Interpretive Traditions by Roberto Poli in Arts-Photography

Description

The final book of the Bible; known both as The Book of Revelation and The Apocalypse of John; is a prophesy of the events that will occur at the end of time. During the Middle Ages; in a society which held a deep belief in God and was mainly ruled by religious authorities; this apocalyptic theme recurs in art; through various media; including tapestries; illuminations; sculpture; and painting. This book pools the most famous pieces of art inspired by this theme; such as the Apocalypse drapery from Angers Cathedral; the carved tympanum of the Autun Cathedral; and the fresco in Albi Cathedral. The theme of the Apocalypse was a means to impress minds; whilst also allowing artists to develop their imaginations; its symbolic content allowing for many different interpretations.