Discover the breathtaking legacy of
Medieval Georgian architecture
, a world where faith, artistry, and craftsmanship merged to create timeless masterpieces. In this engaging and richly informative book,
David Khoshtaria
offers a fresh and comprehensive look at Georgia's extraordinary cathedrals, churches, and monasteries - remarkable monuments that continue to define the country's cultural landscape.
Khoshtaria masterfully traces the
story of Georgian church building
across more than
1500 years
, from late Antiquity to the eighteenth century. With clarity and depth, he highlights the distinctive features of each historical period, revealing how Georgian builders developed their own original architectural language while engaging in dialogue with surrounding artistic traditions.
Through detailed analysis of key monuments, the author explores
typological, stylistic, and structural innovations
, uncovering the creative and technical brilliance of Georgia's medieval master builders. At the same time, he situates these achievements within their
broader cultural, economic, and political context
, offering readers a holistic understanding of the evolution of Georgian architecture.
, head of the Medieval Department at the
George Chubinashvili National Research Centre
and Associate Professor of architectural history at the
Tbilisi State Academy of Arts
, is one of Georgia's leading experts on Medieval and early Modern architecture. His insights make this book an invaluable guide for anyone interested in
art history, architecture, or the rich cultural heritage of Georgia
.
Perfect for readers seeking to explore the
beauty and sophistication of Georgian ecclesiastical architecture
,
Medieval Georgian Churches
invites you to journey through centuries of devotion, artistry, and innovation carved in stone.