Early medieval Georgian monasteries in historic Tao, Klarjet'i, and Šavšet'i. With 84 figures, 4 foldout plans, 346 plates

Cover Table of contents Introduction I. The monasteries built between the end of the eighth and the middle of the tenth century A. The monastery of Opiza B. The church on the acropolis of Artanuji C. The monastery and bishop’s seat in Ahiza D. The monastery in Hanzt’a E. The monastery of Šatberdi F. Nukas Sakdari G. The church and other architectural remains in Esbeki H. The monastery of Pareht’a I. The monastery of Anča K. The church in Doliskana L. The church in Yeni Rabat M. The cathedral of Bana II. The churches and monasteries built or rebuilt after the middle of the tenth century Churches and monasteries of the second period. Introduction A. The church of Oški and its dependencies B. The Hahuli monastery Two basilican churches in Tao C. The monastery of Otht’a Eklesia D. The monastery of Parhali E. The cathedral of Išhani F. The cathedral of Tbet’i (Cevizli) G. Conclusion List of illustrations List of plates Index Plates Maps and plans