Holman Hunt and the Light of the World in Oxford
"This book provides an up-to-date introduction to the religious and artistic story behind The Light of the World by Holman Hunt. Created in the mid-19th century, it is thought to be the most widely exhibited work of art in history. The subject matter provides a rich wealth of resources, touchin...
| Summary: | "This book provides an up-to-date introduction to the religious and artistic story behind The Light of the World by Holman Hunt. Created in the mid-19th century, it is thought to be the most widely exhibited work of art in history. The subject matter provides a rich wealth of resources, touching on the extraordinary artistic renewal associated with the Oxford Movement, its religious and intellectual revolution in recovering early Christian tropes and motives of scriptural interpretation. The book also considers the painting's impact on the religious and cultural life of the British Empire as its tour served not just spiritual edification but the promotion of imperial values. The contributions reflect on concerns of decolonization and illustrate religious art's ability to engage relevantly with contemporary concerns. Enabling a fresh encounter with the painting, this volume will be of interest to theologians, biblical scholars and historians"-- |
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| Item Description: | Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Physical Description: | xi, 183 Seiten, Illustrationen |
| ISBN: | 978-1-032-53330-8 978-1-032-53331-5 |
