Christian Art and Archaeology

Being a handbook to the monuments of the early church. This book is meant to present a general view of the monuments of the early church and to treat each as completely as possible. It comprises all branches of Christian art and archeology and gives the reader a general view of early Christian archeology. Contents: Christian cemeteries; Christian architectures: Basilica, central type, furniture of the church, position and surroundings; pictorial art: early Christian painting, sculpture, mosaics, miniatures; minor arts; civil and ecclesiastical dress. Features 182 illustrations.