The Art of the Picts by George Henderson

The Art of the Picts by George Henderson

The Picts, who occupied north-eastern Scotland between the sixth and ninth centuries, are perhaps the least well-known of the Celtic peoples. The only real traces of their society are a large series of stone cross slabs, and some silverwork, all engraved with symbols which nobody has ever properly deciphered (despite many attempts). This book locates this work within the ‘Insular’ style – seen throughout the British Isles at this time and marvellously expressed in such works as the Book of Kells. Not only is it the most comprehensive survey of Pictish art in recent memory, it is the first scholarly book to address the art-historical aspects of work formerly only treated by archaeologists.

'It is certainly the most important publication on its subject, and is moreover a huge pleasure to read: erudite, engaging, a beautifully written celebration of Pictish art' - Times Literary Supplement
'The best set of portraits ever made of Pictish art … a benchmark in Pictish studies' - Antiquaries Journal
'Fascinating … in-depth and intelligent … a beautiful book, and would make a wonderful gift for someone interested in the Picts' - CuriousBookFansco.uk
'It is a work of immense and generous scholarship' - History Scotland

Dr Isabel Henderson is a Fellow and Tutor at Newnham College, Cambridge. Working with her husband Geroge Henderson they have written numerous books between them, including Durrow to Kells (George Henderson) and The Picts (Isabel Henderson).

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ISBN 13	9780500289631
ISBN 10	0500289638
Title	The Art of the Picts
Author	George Henderson
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Thames & Hudson Ltd
Year published	2011-08-30
Number of pages	256
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