The Dynastic Porphyry Tombs of the Norman Period in Sicily

Dumbarton Oaks
Josef Deer
ISBN: 0884020053
price: $30.00  

A thorough discussion of the porphyry tombs of the Norman period in the cathedrals of Sicily that also offers a major contribution to the study of medieval political history and kingship. Through his consideration of other contemporary porphyry objects, the author publishes much that will be of interest to art historians as well.