Jewels For A Crown: The Story Of The Chagall Windows - Hardcover

Jewels For A Crown: The Story Of The Chagall Windows is a book written by Miriam K. Freund. This book tells the story of the famous stained-glass windows designed by artist Marc Chagall for the Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center in Jerusalem. The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an introduction to the artist and his work, as well as the history of the Jewish people and their connection to Jerusalem. The second part of the book delves into the creation of the windows, including the inspiration behind them, the design process, and the challenges the artist faced in bringing his vision to life. The third part of the book explores the impact of the windows on the medical center and the community, as well as their significance in the world of art and culture. The book includes numerous photographs of the windows, as well as historical and cultural context to help readers understand their significance. Overall, Jewels For A Crown is a fascinating look at one of the most iconic works of art in Israel, and a tribute to the artist who created it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.