Publication

1991 - Geddes & Grosset, New Lanark, Scotland

Language

English

Word Count

45,000 words, Guess

Page Count

180 pages

Identifiers

and 1 more
  • LibraryThing1052054

Classifications

  • LCCND2757.R6 F4713 1990

Description

During excavation work in 1955, a unique discovery of early Christian art was made in Rome. Below the city was a catacomb system containing a unique and previously unknown collection of paintings and decoration. This book tells of the discovery and of the research and preservation work carried out to conserve it.

Subjects

Topics

CatacombsCatacombs -- Italy -- RomeChristian art and symbolismMural painting and decorationVia Latina Catacomb (Rome, Italy)Roman Mural painting and decorationEarly Christian Mural painting and decoration

Places

RomeItalyVia Latina Catacomb (Rome, Italy)

Times

Other Editions

  • The unknown catacombGeddes & Grosset1991

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