The British Library Guide to Manuscript Illumination: History and Techniques (British Library Guides)
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| Rating | : | 4.58 (773 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0802081738 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 92 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-05-06 |
| Language | : | English |
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Christopher de Hamel is the Head of the Department of Manuscripts at Sotheby's London and author of Scribes and Illuminators (Medieval Craftsmen Series).
About the AuthorChristopher de Hamel is the Head of the Department of Manuscripts at Sotheby's London and author of Scribes and Illuminators (Medieval Craftsmen Series).
He also explores the role of illuminators in the medieval book trade - how books were commissioned, the patron's expectations, how illuminators worked with scribes, the materials and techniques they used, and the time and expertise involved in creating some outstanding masterpieces of medieval art.With over 70 colour and black-and-white illustrations, The British Library Guide to Manuscript Illumination is an authoritative and engaging guide to one of the central aspects of medieval bookmaking for anyone interested in medieval art, social history, calligraphy, or illumination. One of a series of accessible and lively introductions to the history of books and how they are made.. Medieval manuscript expert Christopher de Ham
The British Library Guide To Manuscript Illumination: History and Techniques Theophan Edwards This book is a wonderful introduction to the history and process of medieval manuscripts and manuscript illuminations. There may be few words in comparison to other books, but this book for certain does not have any wasted words. What is especially pleasant in this book are the many color plate. "approachable, digestible introduction to method and history" according to Ofu L.. This is a brief, yet thorough introduction to the methods and history of manuscript illumination. After purchasing this book as a birthday gift for my sister, I read in only four evenings. I meant only to browse; but De Hamel's eloquent, affable writing style provided relaxing, fun and informat. "British Library Guide to Manuscript Illumination" by Christopher de Hamel "lovemybooks" I have been a fan of Christopher de Hamel's for many years. As I am a Calligrapher/Lettering artist, I am particularly interested in the processes used in Medieval times to illuminate or write out a Manuscript and have always found his books immensely readable and full of information. Although