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Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin reissue by henry, francoise isbn. The book of kells is an amazing book of manuscripts created in ireland. Its a copy of the four gospels in latin with beautiful, intricate illuminations. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college dublin 19741028 unknown on. You select the background color and the frame style. Choose your favorite book of kells designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags. It is a masterpiece of medieval art that beautifully depicts the four gospels in fullpage of. The book of kells is the most recognized and most remarkable artifact of medieval celtic art. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college by henry francoise. Trinity offers iconic meeting and event space, stylish dining and over 600 bedrooms on its historical campus. Book of kells trinity college, dublin, ireland old irish. Value framing, fast delivery, 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Printed in full colour on old style paper these reproductions area wondefuly. Giclees are a fine art reproduction of the original painting. The book of kells is one of the finest and most famous, and also one of the latest, of a group of manuscripts in what is known as the insular style, produced from the late 6th through the early 9th centuries in monasteries in ireland, scotland and england and in continental monasteries with hibernoscottish or anglosaxon foundations. The book of kells was made by monks unbeknownst by name who possessed the mostsound technical expertise and an excellent knowledge of past and contemporary art. Reproducing the book of kells the richness of the book of kells decoration remained relatively unknown until the early decades of the nineteenth century. Mar, 2017 the book of kells the book of kells is a lavishly decorated manuscript of the four gospels of the new testament of the bible. Angloirish art wall art, canvas prints, framed prints, wall peels. Framed prints in a range of sizes, styles and frame.
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Though some books, such as the george bain book, give some history, back ground information is often lacking. Framed prints in a range of sizes, styles and frame colors. The book of kells 1 is an illuminated manuscript in latin of the four gospels of the new testament together with some extra texts and tables. Find the book of kells reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college dublin by henry, francoise at biblio. Manuscripts is a rare document and artifact reproduction company. The work is the most famous of the medieval illuminated manuscripts for the intricacy, detail, and majesty of the illustrations. The book of kells reproductions from the manuscript in. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college dublin 19741028. Unique and priceless, the book of kells is considered the most beautiful book ever printed. Most historians date its creation to the late 8th century or so. They created earlymedieval miniatures which count among the most beautiful images of handcrafted book art altogether. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin by henry, francoise and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It was stolen in the 11th century, at which time its cover was torn off and it was thrown into a ditch. Sep 10, 2010 the book of kells is one of historys greatest art works highlighting the four gospels of the new testament with magnificent celtic illustrations of inexhaustible beauty and intricacy.
Generally believed to have been written by monks in the scriptorium of the monastery founded by st columcille on the hebridean island of iona, it was moved to a new monastery in kells, co meath, after a viking raid on iona in the early ninth century. See more ideas about book of kells, celtic art and illuminated manuscript. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The first time i saw an illustration from the book of kells, in an art history class, i fell in love. Folio 19 contains the beginning of the breves causae of luke. Book of kells simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Also shown are of course the elements of earth, air, fire and water. Situated just off grafton street in the heart of dublin, trinity is perfectly located to explore the city. Customize your book of kells poster with hundreds of different frame options, and get the exact look that you want for your wall. This book contains the harmony of the four evangelists according to jerome, where for almost every page there are different designs, distinguished by varied colours. The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript of the four gospels. A large quantity of images hand drawn in vector eps format can be used as dingbats clip art to further decorate the page. Book of kells genuine irish celtic gifts from ireland. Each illuminated manuscript art print is produced using archival inks, ships within 48 hours, and comes with a 30day money back guarantee.
Royalty free celtic illuminated manuscripts illustration and vector clip art. The book of kells features a latin version of the four gospels and highly ornate drawings of the apostles and other biblical figures that resemble stainedglass window images. This beautiful slipcased book has fullsized photographs in color of every page in the original book of kells, plus interesting and explanative text, and lots of closeups of the fantastic interlace designs. The knotwork flower garland is based on a tree of life in the book of kells, and shows flowers linked to beltane, hawthorn and marigolds. Almost all the folios of the book of kells contain small illuminations like this decorated initial. When i took on a project involving a page from the book of kells, the bernard meehan book kept coming up.
Our specialist reconstructs the rare, unique, and most soughtafter treasures from history using period correct techniques. Notes tucows, inc has graciously donated a copy of this software to the internet archives tucows software archive for long term preservation and access. It is a masterpiece of medieval art that beautifully depicts the four gospels in fullpage of illustrations of christ, the virgin, the child, and evangelists. Reproducing the intricate detail of the artwork posed a considerable challenge, requiring time, patience and a steady hand. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin at. The book of kells also known as the book of columba is one of the great masterpieces of irish christian culture.
Irish celtic illumination page decoration from the book kells. Maui celtic celtic art, a celtic art gallery, celtic art. This book is a good explanation of the book, ranging down to artistic minutia of its letters and pictures. The book of kells contains the four gospels in latin based on the vulgate text which st jerome completed in 384ad, intermixed with readings from the earlier old latin translation. But despite its renown, not much is known about its origins. Each book of kells art print is produced using archival inks, ships within 48 hours, and comes with a 30day money back guarantee. The book of kells is one of historys greatest art works highlighting the four gospels of the new testament with magnificent celtic illustrations of inexhaustible beauty and intricacy. Buy book of kells posters designed by millions of artists and iconic brands from all over the world. The historical comparison with the few remaining similar books is also a touchstone to. The greatest achievement of irish medieval art, the book of kells, was formerly held to be earlier than the lindisfarne gospels which are dated approximately from 700 ce but is now generally assigned to the late eighth or early ninth century. Customize your illuminated manuscript print with hundreds of different frames and mats, if desired. Check out our book of kells art selection for the very best in unique or custom.
Book of kells the book of kells, of which our copy is a replica, was written more than 1,200 years ago by monks in medieval ireland. Nov 22, 2019 the book of kells was probably produced in a monastery on the isle of iona, scotland, to honor saint columba in the early 8th century. Book of kells was probably produced early in the 9th century by the monks of iona, working wholly or partially at iona itself or at kells, county meath, where they moved after 806 ad, the book of kells trinity college library dublin turning darkness into light when iona was attacked by vikings in a raid which left sixtyeight monks dead. Comments on the fine art facsimile limited edition of the book of kells and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Shop for illuminated manuscript art prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands. It is a short overview, an introduction to the book of kells. Customize your book of kells print with hundreds of different frames and mats, if desired.
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