THE BRIGHTEST CATALOG OF OLD PRINTS - AGNIESZKA PERZANOWSKA

Discover the fascinating world of old prints and their rich history with the catalog "The Brightest" by Agnieszka Perzanowska. This unique publication takes the reader back to the times of Polish kings and queens, presenting eulogies and panegyrics from the collections of the National Museum in Krakow. Let's take a look at this extraordinary collection together, full of rhetorical performances and symbolic forms of apotheosis.

• Extensive collection of over 2100 panegyrics
• 262 works dedicated to Polish kings and queens
• Authored by clergymen-educators and rhetoricians of the Krakow University
• Published in format 17x24 cm
• 380 pages full of knowledge and history

"The Brightest" is a collection of eulogies, panegyrics, elogies and encomiums that have their roots in antiquity. In Poland, during the Baroque period, the work of panegyrists flourished, reaching for symbolic forms of apotheosis both in literature and in the visual arts. A typical panegyric is not only a verbal praise, but also an illustration, sometimes in the form of an emblem or a symbolic rebus.

The National Museum in Krakow has in its collection over 2100 panegyrics, of which 262 works are dedicated to Polish kings and queens. The authors of these works are most often clergymen-educators, engaged in the education of male youth in Jesuit or Piarist colleges, and rhetoricians of the Krakow University. Their works are a valuable source of knowledge about the culture and history of Poland.

The catalog "The Brightest" is not only a collection of works, but also a journey through time, allowing you to understand the spirit of the era and appreciate the richness of Polish culture. Thanks to carefully selected texts and their historical context, the reader has the opportunity to deepen their knowledge about the ancient rulers and their influence on the development of the country.

The book has 380 pages, format 17x24 cm, paperback. It was published in 2019 by the National Museum.

Ideal for lovers of history, literature and art, as well as for those who want to expand their knowledge about Polish culture and heritage. Embark on the fascinating world of old prints and discover the wealth hidden in "The Brightest"!