{"title":"Roger A. Stalley","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoger A. Stalley\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in the study of early Irish art, with a particular focus on sculpture and the iconic high crosses that define much of Ireland’s medieval heritage. His works offer a rich exploration of artistic techniques, symbolism, and cultural significance within the context of Ireland's historical landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can immerse themselves in detailed analyses that blend art history with archaeology, providing a deeper understanding of the visual and spiritual language of early Irish Christianity. Stalley’s books are essential for those interested in \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e and the unique artistic traditions of Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"early-irish-sculpture-and-the-art-of-the-high-crosses-by-roger-a-stalley-9781913107093","title":"Early Irish Sculpture and the Art of the High Crosses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn exciting new account of Irish high crosses\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis landmark study of Irish high crosses focuses on the carvings of an unnamed artist, the “Muiredach Master,” whose monuments—completed in the early years of the 10th century—deserve a place alongside the Book of Kells as great works of their time. Drawing on a wealth of recent research, Roger Stalley describes in vivid detail how the crosses were made, where they were carved, and how they were lifted into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis lively prose situates the works in their context, identifying patrons and exploring their motives, as well as venturing to understand what the crosses may have meant to those who gazed at them a millennium ago. In doing so, Stalley rejects preconceived notions about the imagery of the crosses, including the extent to which they were inspired by images from abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDistributed for the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47462870974700,"sku":"9781913107093","price":95.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781913107093-early-irish-sculpture-and-the-art-of-the-high-crosses.jpg?v=1775024935"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/roger-a-stalley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}