Download or read book The Carolingians in Central Europe, their History, Arts and Architecture written by Herbert Schutz and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2003-12-01 with total page 567 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents an historical overview of the Frankish realms in Central Europe during the Carolingian period. Against this background Part II of the book examines the cultural inventory deposited by the scribal culture in Central Europe as represented by manuscripts, crystals, ivories and gem encrusted liturgical art. Part III deals with such examples of Carolingian wall painting and architecture as are still evident in Central Europe. Though some examples are derivative, many are original. To reflect the splendor of the objects and surfaces discussed in Parts II and III, the book is lavishly ornamented with pertinent color illustrations. Black and white illustrations generally serve the representation of architecture.