Viking Art

James Graham-Campbell

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Thames & Hudson
11 March 2021

History of art: Byzantine & Medieval art; History

Series: World of Art

This book distils a lifetime's study of Viking art. Written by a leading authority, it introduces all the intricate and beautiful art styles of the Viking age. It ranges in time from the first major Viking expeditions overseas around AD 800 to the general establishment of Christianity in Scandinavia some 300 years later. The opening chapter introduces the geographical and historical background to Viking culture; thematic chapters then describe and illustrate the six main Viking art styles, showing how they emerged from and interacted with one another. Delicate metalwork, elaborate wood-carvings and the famous Gotland picture-stones are all discussed. Viking art ranges in scale from ship burials to decorated weapons and finely crafted jewelry; all feature here, alongside Viking architecture and archaeological traces left by Vikings across continental Europe and beyond. The final chapter examines Viking art in relation to pagan mythology, the conversion to Christianity, and the Viking legacy for later artistic movements. First published in 2013 and now revised and updated throughout, this volume is a modern classic that serves as a definitive guide for all those interested in the vibrant artistic culture of this fascinating period in European history.

With 224 illustrations

By: James Graham-Campbell
Imprint: Thames & Hudson
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New Edition
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 150mm,
Weight: 440g
ISBN: 9780500204641
ISBN 10: 0500204640
Series: World of Art
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 11 March 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface • Introduction: What is Viking Art? • Timeline • 1. The World of the Vikings and the Origins of Viking Art • 2. The Oseberg and Borre Styles • 3. The Jellinge and Mammen Styles • 4. The Ringerike and Urnes Styles • 5. Content: Pagan to Christian • Epilogue, Maps, Further Reading

James Graham-Campbell is is Emeritus Professor of Medieval Archaeology at University College London and is a Fellow of the British Academy.