The Lindisfarne Gospels : Art, History & Inspiration - The British Library Guide
Book Details
Format
Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
0712354816
ISBN-13
9780712354813
Publisher
British Library Publishing
Imprint
British Library Publishing
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Sep 22nd, 2022
Print length
96 Pages
Weight
536 grams
Dimensions
25.30 x 19.30 x 1.40 cms
Product Classification:
History of art: Byzantine & Medieval art c 500 CE to c 1400Religious subjects depicted in art
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This magnificent guide presents a detailed introduction and commentary alongside the highest quality, detailed illustrations which celebrate the intricate, interlaced geometrical precision of one of the finest early medieval craftsmen.
The Lindisfarne Gospels is an extraordinary book and one of the British Librarys greatest treasures.
It was hand-written and decorated over 1,300 years ago by a single supremely gifted scribe-artist. It inspires awe both as a pinnacle of book design and for the fascinating story of how it came down to us in almost pristine condition. Every aspect of its design displays meticulous care, keen responsiveness to a wide range of cultural contacts, and the workings of an immense and brilliant imagination.
This brand-new, accessible volume explores the latest research and thinking on the Lindisfarne Gospels and is published as the manuscript goes on loan to the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle for an exhibition exploring its meaning in todays world. This magnificent guide presents a detailed introduction and commentary alongside the highest quality, detailed illustrations which celebrate the intricate, interlaced geometrical precision of one of the finest early medieval craftsmen.
It was hand-written and decorated over 1,300 years ago by a single supremely gifted scribe-artist. It inspires awe both as a pinnacle of book design and for the fascinating story of how it came down to us in almost pristine condition. Every aspect of its design displays meticulous care, keen responsiveness to a wide range of cultural contacts, and the workings of an immense and brilliant imagination.
This brand-new, accessible volume explores the latest research and thinking on the Lindisfarne Gospels and is published as the manuscript goes on loan to the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle for an exhibition exploring its meaning in todays world. This magnificent guide presents a detailed introduction and commentary alongside the highest quality, detailed illustrations which celebrate the intricate, interlaced geometrical precision of one of the finest early medieval craftsmen.
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