When was the Book of Kells by Thames and Hudson published?
Thames & Hudson’s bestselling book of all time, The Book of Kells: An Illustrated Introduction to the Manuscript in Trinity College Dublin, was first published in 1994. It is now reissued in a completely restructured, rewritten, redesigned and freshly illustrated edition.
What kind of book is the Book of Kells?
This is an oversized or heavy book, which requires additional postage for international delivery outside the US. London: Thames & Hudson, 1974. Slipcased edition in light terra cotta gilt decorated cloth bumped at the bottom of the spine of both the slipcase and book.
Why was the abbey of Kells dissolved in the 12th century?
The practice of copying of charters into important books was widespread in the medieval period, and such inscriptions in the Book of Kells provide concrete evidence about its location at the time. The Abbey of Kells was dissolved because of the ecclesiastical reforms of the 12th century.
How big is the Book of Kells in cm?
The Book of Kells is explored through its historical background; its structure; its decorative elements, including the richness of its symbols and themes; the scribes and artists who worked on the manuscript; and the tools and pigments used in its creation. Size: 24.8 x 19.0 cm
Thames & Hudson’s bestselling book of all time, The Book of Kells: An Illustrated Introduction to the Manuscript in Trinity College Dublin, was first published in 1994. It is now reissued in a completely restructured, rewritten, redesigned and freshly illustrated edition.
Where was the Book of Kells first published?
The Book Of Kells was written in the 10th Century, and has been kept in the library of trinity College in Dublin, since the 1600’s. This FIRST AMERICAN EDITION has slick vivid color reproductions of the illuminated pages, on the first 146 pp. of this printing. The remainder of this book discusses in detail, the text and it’s decoration.
The practice of copying of charters into important books was widespread in the medieval period, and such inscriptions in the Book of Kells provide concrete evidence about its location at the time. The Abbey of Kells was dissolved because of the ecclesiastical reforms of the 12th century.
How is the Book of Kells similar to the Gospels?
The Book of Kells follows many of the iconographic and stylistic traditions found in these earlier manuscripts. For example, the form of the decorated letters found in the incipit pages for the Gospels is surprisingly consistent in Insular Gospels.
