Numerous great works have been created within the realm of Christian art, but ne has received as much acclaim as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper . Art lovers venerate it for its composition and ble aesthetics, while for Christians it epitomises the intimate relationship between Christ and his disciples. In recent years it has also become the focus of intrigue, controversy and speculation, following the publication of some bestselling fictional narratives and questionable historical studies. Given the recent restoration that has exposed remnants of the original paint-work and removed falsifications created by over-painting, we are w able to contemplate Da Vinci's masterpiece in its original form for the first time since its creation over 500 years ago. In this lavishly-illustrated, full-colour book - which reproduces many details of the restored work - Michael Ladwein turns his attention to newly-revealed aspects that allow for fresh interpretations. The philosopher, Rudolf Steiner, called The Last Supper the world's most important work of art, adding that it revealed 'the meaning of earth existence'. Ladwein throws light on many aspects of the spiritual message that can be discovered in this immortal painting - one that has lost thing of its urgency in our modern world.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Temple Lodge Publishing
ISBN-10
1902636759
ISBN-13
9781902636757
eBay Product ID (ePID)
105220624
Product Key Features
Author
Michael Ladwein
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Individual Artists / Art Monographs
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
East Sussex
Content Note
68 Full Colour
Author Biography
MICHAEL LADWEIN is an art historian and expert on religions who now conducts art study tours. He is also an author and translator. His published works include Chartres, Ein Fuhrer durch die Kathedrale (Chartres, A guided tour of the cathedral) and Raphaels Sixtinische Madonna (Raphael's Sistine Madonna). For more information see: www.ladwein-reisen.de.
Out-Of-Print Date
25/04/2017
Date of Publication
13/03/2006
Imprint
Temple Lodge Publishing
Country of Publication
United Kingdom
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