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A Fifth-Century Book Cover and The Origin of The Four Evangelist Symbols Page in The Book of Durrow by Libby Nia is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The article discusses a book cover from the 5th century and the origin of the symbols representing the four evangelists in the Book of Durrow. It reviews a previous theory connecting the symbols to Coptic art, but finds the evidence unconvincing. A recently discovered 5th century mosaic provides a better prototype that arranges the symbols around a cross, as in the Book of Durrow.
- Author
- Libby Nia
- Language
- EN