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Heavenly beings : icons of the Christian orthodox world

by Sophie Matthiesson, Gordon Morrison

This catalogue features over 100 icons dating from the 14th to the 19th centuries, representing the diverse traditions of Eastern Christianity. It explores the history of this ancient art form across regions including Greece, Russia, and Ethiopia.

Accession 21368 ISBN 9780864633415 Publisher Auckland Art Gallery Toi O Tamaki
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