Illuminated Letters by Margaret Morgan
Illumination - the creation of elaborate, decorated letters and initials - reached its apogee in the monasteries of medieval Europe. Embellished with gold leaf, the illuminated letters of those early scribes seemed to reflect light, as though they were indeed `illuminated’. This traditional art is now attracting new enthusiasts. Illuminated Letters presents step-by-step instructions for recreating twelve illuminated alphabets, including Celtic, Saxon, Gothic, Romanesque and Modern Revival. Diagrams for upper- and lower-case letters are accompanied by ideas for borders and decorations, and full instructions for gilding. Each section explores ways in which the illuminated letters can be adapted to create a truly personal style, while a gallery of historical and modern examples will inspire further creativity.
"..colour illustrations and clear instructions make it a pleasure to work with, inviting you to try your hand and encouraging confidence in your work, reassuring you that the results can be spectacular." Craftsman Magazine (May 2006)
Margaret Morgan has long been fascinated by the techniques of filet lace, and its long history. She has presented numerous workshops to members of Lace and Embroiderers' Guilds. The lessons in this book are based on those workshops.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780713671650 |
| ISBN 10 | 0713671653 |
| Title | Illuminated Letters |
| Author | Margaret Morgan |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Spiral bound |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2007-07-01 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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