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Illuminating Swedenborg’s Vision through Tiffany’s Masterpieces
By Mary Lou Bertucci and Joanna Hill
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty and spiritual insights of Tiffany’s Swedenborgian Angels, a detailed illumination of the symbolism behind Louis Comfort Tiffany’s seven exquisite stained-glass windows. Commissioned to represent the angels of the seven churches from the Book of Revelation, these windows merge artistic genius with Swedenborgian theology. This book describes the journey of these works of art, beginning with the commission as a gift. A high quality paperback art book, with color imagery throughout, Tiffany’s Swedenborgian Angels is a treasure for art enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike.
Paperback, 104 pages
Description
Tiffany’s Swedenborgian Angels is more than an art book—it is a spiritual journey illuminated by the genius of Louis Comfort Tiffany and the profound theology of Emanuel Swedenborg. These seven stained-glass windows, representing the angels of the seven churches from the Book of Revelation, stand as vibrant testaments to the union of human creativity and divine inspiration.
From their creation in the early 20th century to their rediscovery and painstaking restoration, this book chronicles the remarkable story of these masterpieces. Originally commissioned for a Swedenborgian church, the windows embody themes of spiritual growth and divine guidance, each angel a reflection of a stage in the soul’s journey.
With contributions from restoration experts and theological insights from Swedenborg’s writings, this volume provides an in-depth look at the windows’ artistic and symbolic intricacies. Stunning photographs capture the luminous colors and textures of the stained glass, inviting readers to contemplate their spiritual resonance.
Whether you are drawn to Tiffany’s artistry, Swedenborg’s spiritual insights, or the fascinating interplay of history and faith, Tiffany’s Swedenborgian Angels offers a deeply enriching experience.
Table of Contents
Foreword by the Reverend Susannah Currie
Introduction / 3
The Angel of Ephesus / 14
The Angel of Smyrna / 24
The Angel of Pergamos / 32
The Angel of Thyatira / 42
The Angel of Sardis / 52
The Angel of Philadelphia / 62
The Angel of Laodicea / 72
Conserving the Windows by Arthur Femenella Notes / 91
Bibliography / 95
Reviews
“I am very impressed by the amount of research that [the book] synthesizes and presents in such digestible form. It’s a beautiful piece of writing that spans scholarship, meditation, and spiritual guidance.”
—Lynne Ambrosini, Ph.D., Chief Curator, Taft Museum of Art
The book of Revelation has more to discuss than doomsday prophecy. Tiffany’s Swedenborgian Angels: Stained Glass Windows Representing the Seven Churches from the Book of Revelation discusses the art behind the book of Revelations, created on stained glass windows by Louis Comfort Tiffany. Presented in full color with connections to the theories of Emanuel Swedenborg connected strongly, Tiffany’s Swedenborgian Angels is of strong interest to anyone with a fascination with religiously-inspired art and the book of Revelations.
—Midwest Book Review, Wisconsin Bookwatch, August 2011
Additional information
| Author | Mary Lou Bertucci and Joanna Hill |
|---|---|
| Format | paperback |
| ISBN | 978-0-87785-339-8 |
| Length | 104 pages |
| Release Date | October 2011 |
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