Examines the use and meaning of Christian symbols found in Renaissance art. Learn More

Surveys European manuscript illumination from the fourth to the sixteenth century. Discusses the social & historical context of the illuminators' lives & considers their methods of work. Learn More

The mystery of Russian medieval painting is hardly understood today, but the wealth of generations of creativity lavished on religious art can now be fully appreciated in this illustrated book. Learn More

The story of the icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help is the story of one of the most celebrated images in the world. It is renowned wherever the Mother of God is venerated. This image has become the source of deep devotion and special love. The Story of an leon tells us how this came about. The book introduces us to a study of the image and the depth of meaning it reveals. The icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help shows characteristics of the great icons of the Mother of God from the earliest centuries. Her supporting hands embrace the child Jesus and show us the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Learn More

A Pitkin colour guide to sacred icons, exploring the history and spiritual tradition of these paintings and statues. Learn More

Attempts to interpret the signs & symbols in Rublev's icon 'Hospitality of Abraham'(Gen 18: 1-15), firstly, as the event itself of Abraham entertaining three travellers, and then as a foreshadowing of the Trinity. Learn More

Offers a selection of icons that have a long tradition of being used as a means of prayer & contemplation. Reflects also on the history of icons, the technique of painting them, and their meaning and symbolism. Learn More

A guide to understanding icons & the liturgy, symbols & practices of the Russian Orthodox Church. This book is meant to fill a gap in the English-speaking world's knowledge of Russian iconography. Learn More

Artists & theologians have meditated upon the mystery of God's human countenance & tried to express it. This book seeks to present the sources of this meditation - the great masters of early Christianty. Learn More