Medieval Illuminated Manuscript, Calligraphy and Art Books

This catalog page has our recommended books and records on medieval period illuminated manuscripts, calligraphy, and art. These books were selected for this catalog page to be of interest to anyone who has an interest in these medieval works. Researchers, writers, students, book collectors, and medieval art connoisseurs will find these books of great interest. They cover medieval manuscripts, the history and techniques of medieval calligraphy, medieval illuminators, and books to teach the art and skills of calligraphy. These outstanding books are for all levels of interest and experience. As new books are published and are available we shall post them here on this page.
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Calligraphy and Medieval Manuscripts

• Medieval Calligraphy: Its History and Technique ~Usually Ships Within 24 Hours
-Marc Drogin / Paperback 224 pages / Published December 1989
An excellent book on the history of our writing system from the Roman period to the Renaissance. Explains why we write and print the alphabet the way that we do, and more.
This comprehensive instruction manual covers 13 important writing styles used during the 4th century thru the 15th. Includes fascinating facts about Roman Rustic, Uncial, Carolingian Minuscule, Early Gothic, 8 other styles; all examples are beautifully photographed. Detailed directions for duplicating medieval techniques with modern tools. Includes 232 illustrations.
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• Calligraphy of the Middle Ages and How to Do It ~Usually Ships Within 24 Hours
-Marc Drogin / Paperback / Published June 1998
This interesting book provides history and instructions on recreating the 4 major medieval styles. These styles are early medieval Roman rustic, early Uncial, Carolingian, and late medieval Gothic textura. Includes profiles of a famous person from each era (Julius Caesar, King Arthur, Charlemagne, Robin Hood). Plus expert advice on spacing, paragraphing, punctuation, and layout, and suggestions for tools and materials.
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• Understanding Illuminated Manuscripts: A Guide to Technical Terms
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-Michelle P. Brown / Paperback 128 pages / Published July 1994
An excellent referrence book for anyone studing medieval manuscripts. This book provides brief definitions of all of the important phrases and terms used in the study of illuminated manuscripts including forms, techniques, themes, and periods. Provides concise and readable explanations of the technical terms most frequently encountered by the those readers nterested in the study of books and manuscripts (codicology).
With numerous illustrations, many of them in color, this book will be invaluable to all readers wishing to increase their understanding and enjoyment of illuminated manuscripts.
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• Medieval Illuminators and Their Methods of Work ~Usually Ships Within 2-3 Days
-Jonathan J. G. Alexander / Paperback 222 pages / September 1994
The author presents an expert and interesting survey of manuscript illumination throughout Europe from the fourth to the sixteenth century. Illustrating his discussion with examples chosen from all over Europe, he discusses the social and historical context of the illuminators` lives, considers their methods of work, and shows the range and nature of the visual sources and the ways in which they were adapted, copied, or created anew.
Includes 247 illustrations, over two dozen in color.
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• The Medieval Book (Medieval Academy Reprints for Teaching, No 28)
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-Barbara A. Shailor / Hardcover / Published August 1991
This book explains in detail how manuscript books were produced in the Middle Ages. Displays detailed photographs and facsimile pages of the various stages of a manuscript book in production.
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• The Illuminated Haggadah: Featuring Medieval Illustrations From the Haggadah Collection of the British Library
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-Michael Shire / Hardcover 64 pages / Published March 1998
This volume is a traditional Haggadah in Hebrew and English with illuminations from Medieval texts in the British Library. The result is a splendid, visually appealing book. The illuminations run from vines running down the margins of the page, to elaborate Hebrew letters, folk illustrations, and icon-like depictions of Biblical scenes. Many of the illuminations in this text are also in The Golden Haggadah, refer to the latter for the art history and criticism related to the illuminations.
Here and there a bit of commentary on the contents of the ritual is included. It is clear that the hope of the authors that the Haggadah be not only a beautiful book on your shelf but also be used as a beautiful book in the celebration of Passover.
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• Art and Architecture in Medieval France: Medieval Architecture, Sculpture, Stained Glass, Manuscripts, the Art of Church Treasures ~Usually Ships Within 24 Hours
-Whitney S. Stoddard / Paperback 412 pages / Published June 1972
An excellent teaching guide and reference for studing the Gothic era of France. While the main focus in on architecture, the sections on manuscripts and stained glass art are a very useful part of this study.
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• Art and the Crusade in the Age of Saint Louis ~Usually Ships Within 3-7 Days
-Daniel H. Weiss / Hardcover / Published November 1998
This is an outstanding book on medieval art. The sections on the Sainte Chapelle in Paris brings out the great beauty of the exquisite masterpieces of medieval art in this historic building.
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• The Illuminated Manuscripts of Medieval Spain ~Out of Print--Limited Availability.
-Mireille Mentre / Hardcover 304 pages / Published November 1996
Highly recommended for anyone studing medieval manuscripts and need great color pictures to fully understand the quality of work in great medieval manuscripts.
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• Medieval Calligraphy: Its History and Technique ~Usually Ships Within 24 Hours
-Marc Drogin / Paperback 198 pages / Published December 1989
Marc Drogin is both a paleographer and a skilled calligrapher provides in-depth information on the history of our writing system from the Roman period to the Renaissance. Explains the basics of why we write and print the alphabet the way that we do, and use punctuation. This book meticulously documents this information and is an essential reference for calligraphers and art historians. In addition readers interested in language origins and usage, typography, European history, or interesting trivia will find this book interesting and useful.
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• Learn Calligraphy: The Complete Book of Lettering and Design ~Usually Ships Within 24 Hours
-Margaret Shepard / Paperback 160 pages / Published February 2001
In this book, Margaret Shepherd,America's premier calligrapher, shows you that calligraphy is not simply a craft that you can learn, but an elegant art form that you can make into your own very personal creation. Whether it is Roman, Gothic, Celtic, Bookhand, or Italic style, calligraphy conveys class and elegance. This book makes this ancient art form accessible in a completely hand-lettered technical guide that will give detailed technical advice on choosing pens, paper, and inks, setting up your workspace, mastering various pen angles, along with complete step-by-step illustrations to guide you as you practice. In Margaret Shepherd's own words, "Calligraphy trains not only your eye and hand, but your mind as well." Learn Calligraphy is the authoritative primer for this age-old craft, and will help you develop a new appreciation for lettering as you discover your creative personality.
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• The Calligrapher's Handbook ~Usually Ships Within 3 to 5 Weeks
-Heather Child, Editor / Paperback 260 pages, 2nd Edition / Published August 1986
This latest edition is a comprehensive collectiom of 18 authoritive articles written by acknowledged experts in this field for the calligrapher seriously practicing, or learning about the skills and the art of fine writing. Unlike most books teaching calligraphy techniques which are largely devoted to being lettering guides, this book goes beyond that. This book describes gilding in detail, cutting quills, binding books, and preparing vellum. In short, this book provides expert instructions on those lovely calligraphy materials and techniques so often described briefly by many other calligraphic how-to's books. Clearly written so that persons of all skill levels can follow the instructions, this book is a must for every calligrapher who wants to succeed in producing outstanding works of art.
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• Scribes and Illuminators ~Usually Ships Within 24 Hours
-Christopher De Hamel / Paperback 72 pages / Published July 1992
From the Medieval Craftsmen Series, this book is an excellant addition to your research library. Clearly written, interesting, facinating, quite informative, with a fine selection of pictures. The entire construction of a medieval book is explained, from the making of the parchment, bookbinding, and the finishing final covers. Examples of unfinished manuscripts are shown, which are usually not shown in facimile books. This book provides the reader with a fascinating insight into medieval scribes and illuminators, and the whole production process of medieval bookmaking.
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