Christmas Through the Eyes of Painters

From Byzantine frescoes to contemporary art, from masters such as Le Brun and Caravaggio, this stunning art book examines the mystery of God's humble entry into his creation. Insightful commentary explores the stylistic mastery of thirty-three brilliant works portraying the glory of Christ's birth. Considering the cultural milieu and the age in which each of the Nativities featured in this book was created and allowing herself to be deeply moved by their beauty, Dr. Gondinet-Wallstein helps us understand what each artist was trying to express. In her commentaries on 33 masterpieces, she demonstrates the parallel evolution of artistic styles and Christian spirituality that took shape from the 3rd to the 20th century, and leads us into a deeper experience of Emmanuel, God with us. A glorious book of gorgeous art and beautiful meditations.

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