02410cam a22003493u 4500 41370 UtSlPG 20260610133939.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 14030359 UtSlPG en iso639-1 NK Arnold, Hugh, 1872-1915 Stained glass of the middle ages in England and France Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-11-16 Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England and France" by Hugh Arnold is a scholarly account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the intricate art of stained glass windows, particularly focusing on the evolution of this craft from its origins in the Middle Ages to its significance in the churches of England and France. Arnold presents typical windows from different centuries, unraveling their historical, artistic, and cultural messages. At the start of the book, the author acknowledges the often-overlooked beauty and storytelling capabilities of stained glass windows, encouraging readers to take a closer look beyond their initial impressions. He discusses the process of creating stained glass, emphasizing the labor involved and distinguishing between the roles of glazing and painting in this art form. Additionally, he sets the stage for the subsequent chapters by outlining his aim to delve into significant examples of stained glass, showcasing its artistry and its role in ecclesiastical architecture, while also providing historical context for its development and preservation through time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Glass painting and staining -- France Glass painting and staining -- England Art, Medieval Saint, Lawrence B. (Lawrence Bradford), 1885-1961 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41370 82209 82209