Beautiful Manuscripts
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Some Of The Most Beautiful Manuscripts Of The Library Of Grenoble
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Author : Pierre Vaillant
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1973*
Some Of The Most Beautiful Manuscripts Of The Library Of Grenoble written by Pierre Vaillant and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1973* with categories.
Illuminated Manuscripts
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Author : John William Bradley
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2019-11-20
Illuminated Manuscripts written by John William Bradley and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-20 with Fiction categories.
'Illuminated Manuscripts' by John William Bradley is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of manuscript illumination. Bradley delves into the intricacies of the art form, from the distinction between illumination and miniature, to the different styles of writing and materials used. The book traces the origins of illumination in ancient Greek and Roman art, to the Gothic spirit of the Golden Age, and the rise of national styles in France, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. Bradley also provides a detailed analysis of the distinctive features of each style, with a focus on the famous manuscripts produced in each era. Through Bradley's expertly researched and written prose, readers will discover the beauty and significance of illuminated manuscripts as a form of art and cultural heritage.
Meetings With Remarkable Manuscripts
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Author : Christopher de Hamel
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2016-09-22
Meetings With Remarkable Manuscripts written by Christopher de Hamel and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-22 with Art categories.
'An endlessly fascinating and enjoyable book' Neil MacGregor 'Full of delights' Tom Stoppard An extraordinary exploration of the medieval world - the most beguiling history book of the year This is a book about why medieval manuscripts matter. Coming face to face with an important illuminated manuscript in the original is like meeting a very famous person. We may all pretend that a well-known celebrity is no different from anyone else, and yet there is an undeniable thrill in actually meeting and talking to a person of world stature. The idea for the book, which is entirely new, is to invite the reader into intimate conversations with twelve of the most famous manuscripts in existence and to explore with the author what they tell us about nearly a thousand years of medieval history - and sometimes about the modern world too. Christopher de Hamel introduces us to kings, queens, saints, scribes, artists, librarians, thieves, dealers, collectors and the international community of manuscript scholars, showing us how he and his fellows piece together evidence to reach unexpected conclusions. He traces the elaborate journeys which these exceptionally precious artefacts have made through time and space, shows us how they have been copied, who has owned them or lusted after them (and how we can tell), how they have been embroiled in politics and scholarly disputes, how they have been regarded as objects of supreme beauty and luxury and as symbols of national identity. The book touches on religion, art, literature, music, science and the history of taste. Part travel book, part detective story, part conversation with the reader, Meetings with Remarkable Manuscripts conveys the fascination and excitement of encountering some of the greatest works of art in our culture which, in the originals, are to most people completely inaccessible. At the end, we have a slightly different perspective on history and how we come by knowledge. It is a most unusual book.
Illuminated Manuscripts Masterpieces Of Art
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Author : Michael Kerrigan
language : en
Publisher: Flame Tree Illustrated
Release Date : 2014-07-07
Illuminated Manuscripts Masterpieces Of Art written by Michael Kerrigan and has been published by Flame Tree Illustrated this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-07-07 with Art categories.
Prior to the invention of the printing press, all books had to be written by hand. Manuscripts are the beautiful manifestation of this craft, and the most precious and expensive of such manuscripts were 'illuminated' through the use of brightly coloured pigments and gold embellishments. Beginning with a fresh and thoughtful introduction to illuminated manuscripts, Illuminated Manuscripts Masterpieces of Art goes on to showcase key works in this stunning artistic genre.
A History Of Illuminated Manuscripts
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Author : Christopher De Hamel
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1994
A History Of Illuminated Manuscripts written by Christopher De Hamel and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Art categories.
"Illuminated manuscripts are perhaps the most beautiful treasures to survive from the middle ages. This authoritative volume provides a comprehensive introduction to the medieval world of books, their production and their consumption. The text divides this world into different groups of readers and writers: missionaries, emperors, monks, students, aristocrats, priests, collectors and the general public. De Hamel is both informative and immensely readable, and the sumptuous illustrations render this book too good to be missed."--From Amazon.com
Beautiful Modern Manuscripts
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Author : Margaret Armour
language : de
Publisher:
Release Date : 1896
Beautiful Modern Manuscripts written by Margaret Armour and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1896 with categories.
Illuminated Manuscripts
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Author : Janice Anderson
language : en
Publisher: Todtri Productions
Release Date : 1999
Illuminated Manuscripts written by Janice Anderson and has been published by Todtri Productions this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Illumination of books and manuscripts categories.
Over 100 illustrations. Illuminated manuscripts, particularly those produced in the convents, monasteries, and abbeys of medieval Europe, are among the most beautiful objects in the world. This book, with an authoritative text and over 100 breathtaking full-color illustrations, shows how the art developed, flourished, and gave expression to that great age of faith which was the Middle Ages. The art lover will find much to enjoy in these beautiful and inspiring illustrations. The craftsmanship, brilliant color, and minute attention to detail has never been equaled in Western art.
Illuminated Manuscripts And Their Makers
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Author : Rowan Watson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Illuminated Manuscripts And Their Makers written by Rowan Watson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Books categories.
Illumination- the art of 'lighting up' a page through the use of illustration to break up text and make it more comprehensible. Illuminated Manuscripts and their Makers describes the extraordinary collective skill and artistry that went into the making of these medieval masterpieces and features pages from the finest examples in the collections of the V&A, some never published before. Illuminated manuscripts are widely recognised as among the most beautiful objects of the western world. This is a book about their making- about the many talents involved in producing the missals, books of hours, brevaries and bibles that astonish us still with their richness and beauty. Illuminated manuscripts were collaborative productions, with different specialists contributing script, initials, borders, illustration, and binding to any work. Rowan Watson's study is both scholarly and rich in anecdote; he not only brings individual scribes adn book dealers vividly to life but also throws light on the commercial and religious environments in which they worked, and on the cooperative working practices devised for their production. The illustrations are drawn from the exceptional and largely unpublished collections of the V&A, and the text offeres us an entirely new look at the subject, treating illumination as a key to the history of the period as much as an expression of medieval and Renaissance (and neo-Gothic) styles and sensibilities.
Making Medieval Manuscripts
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Author : Christopher De Hamel
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018
Making Medieval Manuscripts written by Christopher De Hamel and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Book industries and trade categories.
Many beautiful illuminated manuscripts survive from the Middle Ages and can be seen in libraries and museums throughout Europe. But who were the skilled craftsmen who made these exquisite books? What precisely is parchment? How were medieval manuscripts designed and executed? What were the inks and pigments, and how were they applied? This book looks at the work of scribes, illuminators and book binders. 0Based principally on examples in the Bodleian Library, this lavishly illustrated account tells the story of manuscript production from the early Middle Ages through to the high Renaissance. Each stage of production is described in detail, from the preparation of the parchment, pens, paints and inks to the writing of the scripts and the final decoration and illumination of the manuscript. This book also explains the role of the stationer or bookshop, often to be found near cathedral and market squares, in the commissioning of manuscripts, and it cites examples of specific scribes and illuminators who can be identified through their work as professional lay artisans.0Christopher de Hamel's text is accompanied by a glossary of key technical terms relating to manuscripts and illumination, providing an invaluable introduction for anyone interested in studying medieval manuscripts today.
Manuscripts
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Author : Francis Scott Fitzgerald
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1990
Manuscripts written by Francis Scott Fitzgerald and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with categories.