Routledge - Women, Art and Observant Franciscan Piety Book

Explore the connection between gender, religion, and visual culture in this academic work from Routledge. Women, Art and Observant Franciscan Piety: Caterina Vigri and the Poor Clares in Early Modern Ferrara (Visual and Material Culture, 1300-1700) provides a detailed look at the historical landscape of Ferrara. This text focuses on the roles of women and the Poor Clares within the context of Franciscan piety. By examining the visual and material culture between 1300 and 1700, the book offers academic insight into how art and religious life intersected during this era. It serves as a valuable resource for students and researchers interested in art history, religious studies, and the history of women in early modern Europe. Whether you are studying the life of Caterina Vigri or the broader social structures of the time, this publication provides a structured look at the material history of the period. It is an essential addition to any collection focused on arts, photography, and historical themes.