Illuminated Manuscripts Masterpieces of Art

by Michael Kerrigan

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781783612116
Publisher:	Flame Tree Publishing
Publication date:	07/07/2014
Series:	Masterpieces of Art
Edition description:	New
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Michael Kerrigan is the author of 'Modern Art' and '100 Great Art Masterpieces' (both published by Flame Tree) and has written widely on European culture, literature and history. He lives in Edinburgh, where he writes book reviews for the Scotsman newspaper. He also reviews for the Times Literary Supplement and the Guardian, London.