An Illuminated Alphabet: 26 Postcards
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An Illuminated Alphabet: 26 Postcards

The Bodleian Library / Escritor

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21,56 €
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Editorial:
The Bodleian Library
Año de edición:
2014
Materia
Regalos literarios - tarjetas
ISBN:
978-1-85124-413-3
Páginas:
52
Idioma:
Inglés
Encuadernación:
Tapa dura
Alto:
163mm
Ancho:
160mm
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The Bodleian Library has among its collections some very fine examples of illuminated letters in Western manuscripts and fine art books. These twenty-six detachable postcards feature historiated initials decorated with gold leaf from medieval and renaissance manuscripts together with hand-painted examples from early printed books. By turns exquisite, playful and unique, here you'll find a stunning artistic example of every letter in the alphabet.

Presented in a handsome paper binding, these beautiful cards are perfect for you to display or send to friends.

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