What is a florilegium? What is an incipit? What is batarde script? This book--part of the Museum's popular Looking at series--offers definitions of these and numerous other techniques, processes, and materials used in medieval illuminated manuscripts. Concise and readable explanations of the technical terms most frequently encountered by the museum-goer are presented in an easily portable format. With numerous illustrations, many of them in color, this volume will be invaluable to all readers wishing to increase their understanding and enjoyment of illuminated manuscripts.
Understanding Illuminated Manuscripts: A Guide to Technical Terms (Looking At)
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Author: Brown, Michelle
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9780892362172
Details:
Author: Brown, Michelle
Brand: Oxford University Press
Edition: First Edition
Features:
- Used Book in Good Condition
Binding: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 128
Release Date: 28-07-1994
Part Number: illustrations
Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9780892362172
