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The twenty-four studies in this volume propose a new approach to framing the debate around the history of medieval art and architecture to highlight the multiple roles played by women, moving beyond today's standard division of artist from patron.
This book investigates Jan Van Eyck's patronage by the Crown of Portugal and his role as diplomat-painter for the Duchy of Burgundy following his first voyage to Lisbon in 1428-1429, when he painted two portraits of Infanta Isabella, who became the third wife of Philip the Good in 1430. New portrait identifications are provided for the Ghent Altarpiece (1432) and its iconographical prototype, the lost Fountain of Life. These altarpieces are analysed with regard to King Joao I's conquest of Ceuta, achieved by his sons, who were hailed as an "illustrious generation." Strong family ties between the dynastic houses of Avis and Lancaster explain Lusitania's sustained fascination with Arthurian lo...
First Published in 1996. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
When you buy this book you get an electronic version (PDF file) of the interior of this book. Children can bring their imagination to life with this coloring book filled with beautifully drawn Portuguese landmarks. Landmarks in Portugal Coloring Book for Kids contains 33 coloring pages with landmarks from cities all over Portugal. All images are in exactly the same style as the cover. The following Portuguese landmarks are featured: Ajuda National Palace in Lisbon Belém Tower in Lisbon Church of Santa Engrácia in Lisbon Church or Monastery of São Vicente de Fora in Lisbon Estrela Basilica in Lisbon Clérigos Church and Clérigos Tower in Porto Bom Jesus do Monte in Braga Braga Cathedral C...
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