Icons
Robin Cormack
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Icons
Published
2014
Publisher
British Museum Press
Pages
148
ISBN-13
9780714128337
Description
"Byzantine and Russian Orthodox icons are perhaps the most enduring form of religious art ever developed - and one of the most mysterious. This book, featuring the painted panels made for churches and for prayer at home, provides an accessible guide to their story and power. Illustrated mostly with Cretan, Greek, and Russian examples from the British Museum, which houses Britain's most important collection of icons, the book examines icons in the context of the history of Christianity, as well as within the perspective of art history." "Robin Cormack examines how icons were made, framed, and displayed. He investigates their subject matter, showing how scenes can be identified, how the iconography developed over centuries, and what role portraiture plays in their imagery. Icons have not lost their power in much of the world, and Cormack considers their continuing use in our day - whether in a religious setting or as an inspiration to modern-day artists like Matisse."--Jacket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Icons?
This edition of Icons has approximately 148 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Icons?
For most readers, Icons typically takes between 3h 5m and 2h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 37,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 28m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 37,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Icons?
The estimated word count for Icons is approximately 37,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Icons?
Icons was written by Robin Cormack.
When was Icons published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.