The Book of Kells by Bernard Meehan

The Book of Kells by Bernard Meehan

The Book of Kells, dating from about 800, is a brilliantly decorated manuscript of the four Gospels. This new official guide, by the former Keeper of Manuscripts at Trinity College Library, Dublin, provides fascinating insights into the Book of Kells, revealing the astounding detail and richness of one of the greatest works of medieval art. The illustrations in the guide include reproductions of complete pages, and details that allow one to marvel at the intricacy of the decoration. 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.

'Beautiful colour illustrations of both full pages and details' - Church Times
'Provides insights into the Gospels not found anywhere else' - Methodist Enquirer
'Enthralling … the range of vivid colours is almost as impressive as the striking use of gold in creating this sacramental trasure' - Antiques Diary

Bernard Meehan was (until his retirement at the end of 2016) Head of Research Collections and Keeper of Manuscripts at Trinity College Dublin, where the Book of Kells is on permanent exhibition. Meehan has published extensively on the Book of Kells, most recently The Book of Kells, published by Thames & Hudson in 2012: ‘a triumph of scholarly investigation and interpretation’, according to the Financial Times.

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ISBN 13	9780500480243
ISBN 10	0500480249
Title	The Book of Kells
Author	Bernard Meehan
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Thames & Hudson Ltd
Year published	2018-02-08
Number of pages	96
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.