An Account of the Picture of Frederick Overbeck: Representing Religion Glorified by the Fine Arts (1843)

An Account Of The Picture Of Frederick Overbeck: Representing Religion Glorified By The Fine Arts (1843) is a book written by Johann Friedrich Overbeck. The book provides a detailed description of the painting that bears the same name as the title. The painting depicts the personification of religion being glorified by various fine arts, such as music, painting, and sculpture. Overbeck's account of the painting delves into the symbolism and meaning behind each element of the painting, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the artwork. The book also includes illustrations of the painting, allowing readers to visualize Overbeck's descriptions. This book is a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and scholars interested in the works of Johann Friedrich Overbeck and the symbolism of religious art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.