Royal Manuscripts: The Genius of Illumination
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| Rating | : | 4.47 (549 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0712358161 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 448 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-09-04 |
| Language | : | English |
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Recommended.”. “Sumptuous and highly readable, this catalogue by McKendrick, Lowden, and Doyle for a recent British Library exhibition is beautifully produced and richly illustrated with numerous color plates, as befits its regal matter
Illuminated manuscripts collected by successive kings and queens of England form the heart of a unique and visually stunning collection held by the British Library. The catalog features full-page illustrations from each manuscript included in the exhibition, as well as three illustrated essays which explore the wider history and context of this unique collection.Written by the curators of the exhibition, along with contributions from several experts in the field, Royal Manuscripts will be a much-heralded event for scholars and collectors seeking to better understand the lives and aspirations of those for whom these stunning artifacts were made.. Subsequent monarchs added to this library, which was given to the nation by George II i
Royal Manuscripts: The Genius of Illumination. A Review Dr. M. C. L. Hewitt A wonderful book to browse at leisure. The illustrations and text of such are thoughtful and helpful. The full page reproductions are of good colour. I had hoped to see more in the way of progressive detail of the individual books from which the exhibition was derived. Alas, this is not the case. This being so,. "A Beautiful Book" according to Scbnymph. This is a beautiful book for both those like myself who enjoy researching book and manuscript art, but also for those who want a stunning coffee-table book. It's a great overview of the Royal manuscripts dating from the 8th century through to Henry VIII in the 16th century, with wonderful snippets of informatio. Ivor E. Zetler said memorable illuminated manuscripts. This catalog is a selection of illuminated manuscripts sourced principally from the gift to the British nation by George II in 1757 and held in the British Library. There are nearly "memorable illuminated manuscripts" according to Ivor E. Zetler. This catalog is a selection of illuminated manuscripts sourced principally from the gift to the British nation by George II in 1757 and held in the British Library. There are nearly 2000 manuscripts in this collection. Together with 9000 books donated from the same source these volumes form the "Old Royal Libra. 000 manuscripts in this collection. Together with 9000 books donated from the same source these volumes form the "Old Royal Libra