{"product_id":"ethiopian-devotions-paintings-illuminated-manuscripts-and-processional-crosses-from-the-fourteenth-to-the-twentieth-centuries-hardcover","title":"Ethiopian Devotions: Paintings, Illuminated Manuscripts, and Processional Crosses from the Fourteenth to the Twentieth Centuries - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarilyn E. Heldman\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eHeran Sereke-Brhan\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by), \u003cb\u003eGetatchew Haile\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdmire stunning Christian imagery of Ethiopian Orthodox Church art in this lavishly illustrated volume with informative essays and more than 100 images\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEthiopia is one of the world's oldest Christian civilizations, and its rich artistic history often centers on religious themes and practices. Ranging from the fourteenth to the twentieth centuries, \u003ci\u003e Ethiopian Devotions \u003c\/i\u003ecelebrates an incredible collection of work, from a free-standing basilica carved from living rock, to the tradition of Ethiopic hagiography describing the lives of saints, to diptych and triptych icons of veneration -- miniature paintings distinctive for their vibrant colors and soulful eyes. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eInsightful essays present Ethiopia's devotional arts, and place in context the images of illustrated manuscripts, panel paintings, inscribed portraits, murals, crosses, garments, devotional images, prayer staffs, church and monastery architecture, and more, while exploring their connection to liturgical music and literature. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWritten by distinguished scholars in the field, the book's exploration of Ethiopia's cultural, artistic, and religious traditions is authoritative, and its more than 100 images reveal the depth, beauty and detail embodied in the artwork. \u003ci\u003eEthiopian Devotions \u003c\/i\u003eoffers readers the opportunity to understand and admire radiant art and learn about its long and remarkable history.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eSMITHSONIAN'S NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN ART \u003c\/b\u003ehas an extraordinary collection of African art dating from the tenth century to the present day as well as a world-renowned photographic archive and library. \u003cb\u003eMARILYN HELDMAN\u003c\/b\u003e (1935-2019) was a freelance scholar and art historian who edited several works on Ethiopic manuscripts, spoke at numerous conferences related to Ethiopian art, and served as curator of several exhibits of Ethiopic manuscripts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 10.1 x 8.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 04, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51966640455981,"sku":"9781588348074","price":36.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/RzBHoAOlAu9781588348074.webp?v=1775535037","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/ethiopian-devotions-paintings-illuminated-manuscripts-and-processional-crosses-from-the-fourteenth-to-the-twentieth-centuries-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}