Illumination and Its Development in the Present Day

Illumination and Its Development in the Present Day

Illumination and Its Development in the Present DayIn all great arts, as in trees, it is the...
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Author: Farnsworth, Sidney,1886-1926
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Illumination and Its Development in the Present Day

Illumination and Its Development in the Present Day

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Illumination and Its Development in the Present Day

CHF 11.67 CHF 5.83
Author: Farnsworth, Sidney,1886-1926
Format: eBook
Language: English

Illumination and Its Development in the Present Day

In all great arts, as in trees, it is the height that charms us; we care nothing for the roots or trunks; yet they could not exist without the aid of these. This quotation from Cicero may as well be applied to the art of illumination as to anything else. The fact, however, that the tree cannot exist without the aid of the trunk and roots, shows how important these are; and no one who intends giving serious attention to the tree in its entirety can afford to neglect these. It is only through careful study of the art of illumination that it is possible to understand fully the construction that enters into the growth of this art. When some knowledge has been gained of the manner in which this work has been done in the past, through practical experience, it is then that a real appreciation is felt for the choice work of the medival period. Perfect illumination, says Ruskin, in one of his Lectures on Art, is only writing made lovely;... But to make writing itself beautifulto make the sweep of the pen lovelyis the true art of illumination. Certainly it is only when the student is able to produce writing that is attractive in itself, that it is permissible to add decoration to it. The decoration should be the natural outgrowth from the writing. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

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Ebook Number: 48157
Author: Farnsworth, Sidney
Release Date: Feb 4, 2015
Format: eBook
Language: English

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