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Precious stones in religious objects : use and representation in the early medieval latin West /

"Precious stones have fascinated mankind for millennia. These glistening and colourful pieces of nature were centres of various legends and superstitions, used for healing and protection as well as signs of status and wealth. Since the dawn of Christianity, precious stones embarked on a journey...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Pichaničová, Veronika (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Roma : Brno : Viella ; Masaryk University Press, January 2024.
Series:	Libri di Viella. Arte.
Subjects:	Gem carving > Europe > History > To 1500. Religious articles > Europe > History > To 1500. Christian art and symbolism > Europe > Medieval, 500-1500.

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