Medieval Mischief: Wit and Humour in the Art of the Middle Ages

by Janetta Rebold Benton

The art and architecture of the Middle Ages teem with humour. From the painting of a poacher roasted over a spit by a rabbit to an image of angels and devils weighing souls and both cheating, the author shows some of the most delightful examples of medieval visual humour.

Genres: Art

161 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2004

Reviews

[Marjorie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A somewhat interesting slant on medieval sculpture though the emphasis is more on ecclesiastical than secular. However, many of the illustrations were difficult to interpret, probably more to do with the remote locations of these sculptures than not, but if unavoidable a pen and ink rendering placed next to these photos would have been very helpful. Also, a glossary of cathedral architectural terminology would have been handy.