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Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons From Sinai (Getty Trust Publications: J. Paul Getty Museum),Used
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Isolated In The Remote Egyptian Desert, At The Base Of Mount Sinai, Sits The Oldest Continuously Inhabited Monastery In The Christian World. The Holy Monastery Of Saint Catherine At Sinai Holds The Most Important Collection Of Byzantine Icons Remaining Today. This Catalogue, Published In Conjuction With The Exhibition Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons From Sinai, On View At The J. Paul Getty Museum From November 14, 2006, To March 4, 2007, Features Fortythree Of The Monastery'S Extremely Rareand Rarely Exhibitedicons And Six Manuscripts Still Littleknown To The World At Large.The Exhibition And Catalogue Bring To Life The Central Role Of The Icon In Byzantine Religious Practices. Themes Include The Icon'S Status As Holy Object, The Ways In Which The Icon Sanctified The Place Of Worship, And The Monks' Quest For The Holy. The Greek Orthodox Monastery At Mount Sinai Not Only Functioned As A Major Pilgrimage Site For Centuries But Was Also A Cultural Crossroads At The Center Of The Shifting Sands Of Ecclesiastical And Secular Politics. The Accompanying Essays Explore How The Monastery'S Contact With The Outside World, Through Pilgrimage, Resulted In Aesthetic Exchanges Between The Monastery And Coptic, Crusader, And Islamic Art; And Between The Greek Orthodox And Roman Catholic Communities In Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai'? A: The book focuses on the significance of Byzantine icons, particularly those housed in the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine at Sinai. It highlights their role in religious practices and the cultural exchanges between different art forms and communities.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai'? A: The author of the book is Thomas F. Mathews.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in paperback.
- Q: When was 'Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai' published? A: The book was published on January 8, 2007.
- Q: Is this book considered a good resource for learning about Byzantine icons? A: Yes, the book serves as an excellent resource for understanding the history, significance, and aesthetic qualities of Byzantine icons, particularly through its accompanying essays and detailed illustrations.
- Q: What exhibition is associated with this book? A: The book is published in conjunction with the exhibition 'Holy Image, Hallowed Ground: Icons from Sinai,' which was on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum from November 14, 2006, to March 4, 2007.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or images in the book? A: Yes, the book features forty-three rare Byzantine icons and six manuscripts, along with essays that enhance the understanding of these artworks.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Is there a specific theme explored in the essays of the book? A: Yes, the essays explore themes such as the icon's status as a holy object, its impact on worship places, and the monastery's historical interactions with various cultures.