Author(s): Richard Marks & Paul Williamson (eds)

Art

Leading medieval scholars have contributed essays on subjects which encompass all aspects of life in this vibrant and influential time in English history - from war and politics to royalty and patronage, religion and the relationship with Europe, music and architecture. A magnificent range of images portray the very finest works of art, with architecture a major feature in a period when English churches and cathedrals were at their most splendid. Many of the remarkable surviving examples of stone work, wood carving, stained glass and gold and silver plate have been gathered together for the exhibition and book.

There are 360 catalogue entries in total, combining to provide a complete record of this ground-breaking exhibition and documenting many objects that have never previously been published. The text is a genuine contribution to scholarship and with the magnificent illustrations results in a superbly designed and produced book which will be the definitive work on the subject for some time to come.

About the Author:
Richard Marks is Professor of Art History at the University of York, having previously been Director of the Burrell Collection in Glasgow. He is a leading medieval historian and has published widely on the subject.

Paul Williamson is Keeper of Sculpture, Metalwork, Ceramics and Glass at the V&A.