Anglo-Saxon art: A new perspective

by C.R. Dodwell

. 1982, bright clean copy, with dustjacket, no markings, Professional booksellers since 1981

Genres: Art

353 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1982

Reviews

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dodwell offers an introduction to Anglo-Saxon metalwork, painting, carving, and textiles within a broad societal context. Well-written and easy to follow, this common-sense approach combines analysis of existing artifacts with written descriptions of pieces now lost. Though this didn't feel like a "new perspective," Dodwell's use of primary source materials is solid and his presentation of allied arts within one volume is valuable. Recommended to those seeking a scholarly yet accessible treatment of Anglo-Saxon material culture.