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_aLoftie, W. J. _q(William John), _d1839-1911 |
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_aLessons in the Art of Illuminating : _bA Series of Examples selected from Works in the British Museum, Lambeth Palace Library, and the South Kensington Museum. With Practical Instructions, and a Sketch of the History of the Art |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2012 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2012-08-06 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Lessons in the Art of Illuminating" by W. J. Loftie is an instructional guide dedicated to the art of manuscript illumination, written in the late 19th century. This book serves as both a practical manual and a historical account, aimed at guiding artists and enthusiasts in the techniques and principles of creating illuminated works, which were highly regarded in medieval manuscripts. It specifically discusses various styles, methods, and materials involved in the art of illuminating. In this comprehensive work, Loftie combines a wealth of historical context with practical advice for aspiring illuminators. The book includes detailed descriptions and reproductions of illuminated letters, borders, and decorative elements from significant manuscripts housed in institutions like the British Museum. It emphasizes the importance of color choice, layout, and the harmonious arrangement of elements, ultimately guiding the reader towards producing sophisticated illuminated texts that draw upon historical traditions and techniques. Loftie's exploration also highlights the evolution of illumination, tracing its roots from ancient practices to its flourishing in medieval Europe, thus providing a rich understanding of this intricate art form. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aIllumination of books and manuscripts | ||
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