Celtic Pattern by Adam Tetlow

Celtic Pattern by Adam Tetlow

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In this exquisite pocket book, author and artist Adam Tetlow shows us the practical tricks of the trade and the hidden principles behind the ancient magical science of Celtic artwork. With examples from both early and later periods, illustrations by the author and rare engravings.

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Celtic Pattern by Adam Tetlow

How do you draw Celtic knotwork? What are the secrets of keys? Are there tricks for drawing Celtic spirals? What do these mysterious patterns actually mean? Who drew them? Where did they come from? In this exquisite pocket book, author and artist Adam Tetlow shows us the practical tricks of the trade and the hidden principles behind the ancient magical science of Celtic artwork. With examples from both early and later periods, illustrations by the author and rare engravings.
"Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES"Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. "Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, Big ideas.
Adam Tetlow is an artist and writer. A graduate of the Prince's School for Traditional Arts in London, he lives in Essex with his architect wife and three children.
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ISBN 13 9781904263708
ISBN 10 1904263704
Title Celtic Pattern
Author Adam Tetlow
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Wooden Books
Year published 2013-11-01
Number of pages 64
Prizes Winner of 1st Prize. Wooden Books Series. NEW YORK BOOK SHOW. Best Non-Fiction Series. 2007
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.