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“Romanesque” is a term used to describe Western European Art from the late tenth to twelfth century AD. During this period, the end of barbaric invasions and a period of economic growth brought about an era of religious revival, led by the reform movements springing from ‘Monasticism.’ This interest in religion by the masses manifested itself in pilgrimages and a competition between various communities to build impressive new churches. Romanesque sculpture was figurative in style, and can be discussed under two heads, the architectural sculptures for adorning the buildings, and the standard ones involving ivory, metal, or enamel works.

Romanesque Architectural Sculpture

The most fulfilling spiritual act for a devout Christian in those times would be a pilgrimage to Rome, or to one of the many shrines in Europe, housing holy relics. Romanesque architectural sculpture sprung up as decorations in these pilgrimage centers and churches.

There were many different subjects that were depicted, both secular and religious, such as scenes from the “life of Christ,” stories from the “Bible” & “the book of Genesis,” scenes from “common everyday life,” “hideous monsters,” and “geometric forms.” The facades of the cathedrals and churches were adorned with the scenes from the “New and Old Testament.” The images of “Christ in Majesty” and the “Last Judgment” were the commonest subjects. With Romanesque churches, relief sculpture emerged to be as important to the church as the building itself.

The main idea behind the complete sculptural scheme was to convey that the pilgrims should recognize their mistakes, repent, and redeem themselves; and to preach a moral and religious message, which the general population would have otherwise failed to comprehend. The Romanesque sculptures, which reminded the sinners of their sins was more often than not, alarming and aimed to shock more than awe. These reliefs, since they did not depict Christ, were not very grand, but were fearsome or at the best entertaining. Therefore, Romanesque sculpturing became a visual medium to spell out the tenets of the Christian faith. One of the most commonly repeated motifs of sculpture is the ‘spiral.’ Another is the depiction of ‘entwined animals.’

Metalwork

Metalwork became very sophisticated during this period. Many spectacular Romanesque shrines, decorated with enamel, designed to hold relics, such as “The Shrine of the Three Kings,” provide us ample proof. The excellence of the Mosan enamel art is evident from the “Stavelot Triptych” and “Reliquary of St. Maurus.” Smaller caskets were generally all made of metal and enamel. A few non-religious pieces, such as jewelry and brooches have been discovered, which point towards the fineness of metalwork during this era. “Gloucester Candlestick” made of bronze, doors & other sculptural works at “Hildesheim Cathedral,” and the doors of the “Basilica di San Zeno” in Verona, are some other fine examples of metalwork Romanesque Sculpture. Ivory sculpturing includes “Cloisters Cross,” a large ivory crucifix and moderate in size, “Lewis Chessmen.”

Conclusion

This label, “Romanesque,” while hinting at its key creative influence belonging to the Roman Era, fails to inform of its two other key inspirations, the ornamental Insular style of Northern Europe and the Byzantine Art, especially painting. These influences come to the fore in many earlier designs of this period. Romanesque period gave way to the Gothic Art form in the thirteenth century.

Annette Labedzki received her BFA at the Emily Carr College of Art and Design in Vancouver, B.C. Canada. She has more than 25 years experience. She is the founder and developer of an online art gallery featuring original art from all over the world. It is a great site for art collectors to buy original art. Is is also a venue for artists to display and sell their art . Artists can join for free and their image upload is unlimited. Please visit the website at http://www.labedzki-art.com

Has holiday gifting gotten out of hand? What about re-gifting?

I think this whole holiday “gift” business is getting ridiculous. It only leads to awkward situations at best and hurt feelings otherwise. I know if I don’t get a gift of roughly equal value back from a person I gave to, I feel cheated and miffed. Likewise, if I receive a gift of much greater value that I gave, I feel guilty. My definition of Christmas shopping is “Waiting in line for an hour to buy something for someone who’s going to have to wait in line for an hour to return it.”

I agree with the Christmas shopping now days. It’s no fun to head out to the mall and wait in line for an hour or more to purchase a gift. I don’t think it’s right to re-gift another gift that was given to you. I personally would at least take that gift back to the store they purchased it from and use the in store credit to purchase a new gift.

As for what to buy for someone. The value I think shouldn’t matter. You can find items at your local store for a reasonable price that the person your giving the gift to could use. I think the most important thing about giving a gift is “Can the person use this”? Because it’s when someone can’t use the item is when they start to pick it apart and analyze things like, how much it cost, where you got it from etc. But when someone could use something that you purchase them the they don’t worry where you got it from or how much you spent.

A great gift idea for the woman at the office is a purse holder. This is use while they are eating dinner at a restaurant and don’t want to put their purse on a chair. It holds the purse on the side of the table. The link below is to show you what the item looks like and general cost.

A great gift idea for the man at the office is a Glass Christmas bulb for the tree or a glass candle holder. Men are more difficult to shop for unless you really know the person. I myself would be happy with a Martini Glass but all men are not alike. Good luck to you hope this helps!

Another great place to shop for Christmas Brooches products is Amazon. They have more than just books!

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CHRISTMAS BELL BROOCH $14.99 * Red * Green…

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Alandra Christmas Costume Accessories | Flashing Christmas Brooch Sold in assorted designs We regret that designs cannot be chosen….

Super Mario Bros. Mushroom Mobile Cell Phone Strap $8.95 ·Set of three pieces ·Made of plastic ·Super Mario Bros. Mushroom figures as the pendants of the strap ·Suitable for your cell phone/Mp3/Mp4 etc. ·Lovely as your accessory…

Pucca & Garu Figure Mobile Cell Phone Strap Black $44.60 ·Made of plastic ·Three Pucca and two Garu as the pendant of the strap ·Suitable for your cell phone/Mp3/Mp4 etc. ·Lovely as your accessory…

Nightmare Before Xmas Plush Mobile Cell Phone Charm $43.70 ·Jack wearing a Santa hat shaped ring ·Plush ball, cute as the pendant ·Strap for attaching on the cell phone/Mp3/Mp4 ·Elastic spiral strap for fun and usage ·Practical as well as decorative items…

A Girl Company Magenta Pink Satin Flower Hair Bow/Clip/Brooch $6.98 This full layered Flower hair clip/brooch is a stunning magenta pink. The flower has a diameter of 3-1/2 inches. The flower is securely fastened to a pinch clip and a pin, you can wear it in the hair, on a hat, clothes, bag, ect. This is a fun flower to have. Great gift idea….