Book Illumination in the Middle Ages: An Introduction
- ISBN-10
- 1872501761
- ISBN-13
- 9781872501765
- Category
- Illumination of books and manuscripts, Medieval
- Pages
- 221
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1994
- Publisher
- Harvey Miller Pub
- Author
- Otto Pächt
Description
This account examines the format and style of book illumination, explaining the basic vocabulary and concepts that are needed to understand this art form. The author offers insights into the fundamental philosophy, theology, technology and cultural ambience underlying the production of book illumination throughout its history.
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