
Doris Wild
Bern : Hallwag, 1946
10, [46] p. : ill
Orbis pictus ; Bd. 1
Pocket size, hardcover used book in good condition.
Doris Wild's Ikonen: Kirchliche Kunst des Ostens offers a concise introduction to Eastern Christian art, focusing on the theological and artistic significance of icons. The book comprises a brief textual section accompanied by 22 color plates depicting various icons. As the first volume in the Orbis Pictus series, it was published in 1946 by Hallwag in Bern. This work is suitable for readers seeking an accessible overview of the history, symbolism, and aesthetics of Orthodox icons