"The Cloisters" provides an insightful exploration of the renowned collection and architectural marvels that comprise this unique branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Written by James J. Rorimer, a leading expert in medieval art, the work offers a detailed examination of the art, architecture, and gardens of medieval Europe as they are represented in this iconic New York institution. The text guides readers through the history and significance of the various cloisters-Romanesque and Gothic structures transported from ...
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"The Cloisters" provides an insightful exploration of the renowned collection and architectural marvels that comprise this unique branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Written by James J. Rorimer, a leading expert in medieval art, the work offers a detailed examination of the art, architecture, and gardens of medieval Europe as they are represented in this iconic New York institution. The text guides readers through the history and significance of the various cloisters-Romanesque and Gothic structures transported from France and Spain-and the vast array of masterpieces they house, including sculptures, stained glass, and the famous tapestries. By situating these artifacts within their original cultural and religious contexts, Rorimer illuminates the craftsmanship and spiritual devotion of the Middle Ages. This volume serves as an essential resource for understanding the preservation of European heritage and the development of one of the world's most significant collections of medieval treasures. "The Cloisters" remains a vital study for art historians and anyone interested in the enduring legacy of medieval aesthetic and structural traditions. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Add this copy of The Cloisters to cart. $3.95, very good condition, Sold by Gene Sperry rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Quincy, MA, UNITED STATES, published 1951.
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Rorimer, James J., pub. by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1951 (1960), c1951, 11th edition, 14th printing (revised & enlarged), illus. soft cover, vg-fine, 159 pp with index, B&W photographic illus., B&W floor plans, 8vo, "The Building and the Collection of Mediaeval Art, in Fort Tryon Park"
Add this copy of The Cloisters to cart. $9.94, good condition, Sold by SuzyQBooks rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Salt Lake City, UT, UNITED STATES, published 1951 by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Add this copy of The Cloisters to cart. $9.95, very good condition, Sold by SuzyQBooks rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Salt Lake City, UT, UNITED STATES, published 1939 by The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Very Good. Book Fourth Edition. 20, 000 copies. George Grady Press. The Building and the collection of Mediaeval Art, in Fort Tyron Park. Pen mark back cover. Pages clean. Binding good. Black and white photo illustrations.
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A copy that has been read remains in good condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear and the copy can include From the library of labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail.
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Very Good in Not issued jacket. Size: 5x1x9; Softcover. Owner name; no other markings. Stated fifth printing, 1971. Profusely illustrated with black and white photographs. Ships from NYC.
Add this copy of The Cloisters to cart. $13.61, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Baltimore rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Halethorpe, MD, UNITED STATES, published by Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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B&W photos. Good. No Jacket. This book is in quite nice condition with a little edge wear and an overlay fade on front and rear wrap. Date inside front wrap.
Add this copy of The Cloisters: the Building and the Collection of to cart. $20.00, good condition, Sold by The Bookman rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from orange, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1963 by Metropolitan Museum Of Art.
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