The Aesthetic Purpose of Byzantine Architecture, and Other Essays

A classic work of art criticism from one of the leading authorities on Byzantine art and architecture. This collection of essays offers a penetrating analysis of the aesthetic purpose of Byzantine architecture, as well as insightful commentary on topics ranging from medieval art to the philosophy of aesthetics. With a foreword by renowned art historian Ernst Kitzinger, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and theory of art.

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