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This book is an interdisciplinary study in the field of art symbolism and musicology. The first part of the book is an outline of the symbolism of music from Antiquity to Renaissance, the second part is an analysis of music as the symbol of death. Included are numerous b&w photographs depicting the icons referred to in the text. 24x16.5 cm. XXVII+376 pages. Orange cloth hardcover with gilt lettering on spine. Small stain on front cover upper edge. Cover corners and spine edges bumped. [SUMMARY]: This book, an interesting and indeed precious work on an unusual topic, is in good condition.