The Catholic Priest: Image of Christ
Catalogue Description
A monumental visual and theological compendium. Published by Gracewing to commemorate the "Year for Priests," this large-format hardcover is a definitive artistic exploration of the priesthood. Steen Heidemann curates an extremely rich and varied range of 560 images, tracing the visual history of the Catholic priesthood across fifteen centuries of Western art.
More than just an art book, this volume serves as a profound meditation on the sacred nature of the priestly life. It juxtaposes masterpieces of painting and sculpture with theological expositions and contributions from eminent Churchmen. The result is a work that appeals equally to the art historian, the theologian, and the collector of religious texts.
The volume captures the priesthood in all its fullness—from its historical roots to its spiritual significance—making it an essential work of reference for any serious library.
Bibliographic Details
| Title | The Catholic Priest: Image of Christ |
| Author | Steen Heidemann |
| Publisher | Gracewing |
| Format | Hardcover (Illustrated) |
| Publication Date | 10 Dec 2009 |
| Pages | 328 |
| Dimensions | 240 x 305 mm (Large Format) |
| ISBN-13 | 9780852441787 |
Condition Report
Grade: Brand New / Mint
This item is in pristine, factory-new condition. As evidenced by the gallery photos, the book remains sealed in its original publisher's plastic wrap. The corners are sharp, the binding is tight, and the contents are untouched. This is a collector-quality copy suitable for gifting or archival preservation.
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