The Book of Kells: Proceedings of a Conference at Trinity College Dublin 6-9 September 1992 - Hardcover

Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland)

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9780859679671: The Book of Kells: Proceedings of a Conference at Trinity College Dublin 6-9 September 1992
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0859679675 ISBN 13: 9780859679671
Publisher: Scolar Pr

Synopsis

The Book of Kells is one of the supreme artistic creations to survive from the middle ages. In 1006, the Annals of Ulster recognized it as 'the chief glory of the Western world'. In the sixteenth century, Gerald Plunket of Dublin observed that 'This work doth pass all mens conyng'. Since Plunket's day, the Book of Kells has been the subject of considerable scholarly attention. Today, there are unresolved debates on the critical questions of where and when it was written; on its relationship with other manuscripts and with contemporary metalwork and stonework; on its decorative techniques and influences; and on its liturgical significance. This volume presents papers from the first international conference devoted to a single manuscript, drawing together the findings of scholars in different specialities.
Lavishly illustrated with over 150 plates and 45 colour illustrations, these. Proceedings will be an invaluable addition to the bookcases of medieval and art historians, archaeologists, biblical scholars and calligraphers.

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About the Author

Felicity O'Mahony is Assistant Librarian in the Manuscripts Department, Trinity College Dublin.

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Publisher
Scolar Pr
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0859679675
ISBN 13 
9780859679671
Binding
Hardcover
Number of pages
603
Editor
O'Mahony Felicity
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