Animal Carvings in British Churches

by M.D. Anderson

First published in 1938, M. D. Anderson's Animal Carvings in British Churches examines the medieval craft of animal carving by bringing together examples of various types, considering their sources, and describing the legends associated with them. Included in the study are 'fabulous creatures and human monstrosities', showing the often fanciful work of carvers in depicting centaurs, mermaids, dragons and other such creatures. Also highlighted are...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521182050
• ISBN13: 9780521182058
• Release Date: February 2011
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.0" x 8.0"