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Tag Archives: French
Pierre Christin on Images of Death in Comics
French graphic novelist explains how comic book illustrations affect our perception of death
The French and Belgians love a good bande dessinée (comic book), or, as they’re known more affectionately, “BD.” Historically, the authors and illustrators of their comics have been ahead of the trend in garnering respect for their craft; you could … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged Arnold Böcklin, Arts, Bande Dessinee, BD, Classical Art, Comic book, Comics, Death, France, French, Graphic Novel, Isle of the Dead, Pierre Christin, University of Bordeaux
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The Apocalypse Tapestry of Angers, France
The medieval French tapestry chronicles biblical scenes of heaven and death
In the belly of the Chateau d’Angers in Angers, France, hangs one of the world’s oldest vestiges of medieval woven art: the Apocalypse Tapestry. At 328 feet, the tapestry remains one of the largest in the world. But perhaps most … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged Angers, Apocalypse, Apocalypse Tapestry, Art, Book of Revelation, Château d'Angers, Death, Death and Dying, Faith, Flemish, France, French, Middle Ages, Midieval, Plague, Religion
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