Der Bilderhimmel von Hergiswald
By: Dieter Bitterli
Edition: Vollständig überarbeitete Neuausgabe.
Publisher: Benteli
Published: 2018
Place of publication: Salenstein
Language: ger
Number of pages: 395
ISBN-13: 9783716518366
Subjects: Swiss Mural painting and decoration; Baroque Mural painting and decoration; Christian art and symbolism; Church decoration and ornament; Emblems; Baroque Art; Themes, motives; Emblems in art; Wallfahrtskirche Hergiswald (Kriens, Switzerland)
Description: "The ceiling of the Swiss Wallfahrtskirche Hergiswald church is completely covered with colorful symbols and mysterious aphorisms in honor of Mary the Queen of Heaven. All of these 324 plates are illustrated and explained in this volume, as well as additional information about the history of the church and the rediscovery of this fascinating peace of art"--Publisher's website.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.