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Book 2000
Calligraphy and Illumination
7 readers
- Publisher
- Harry N. Abrams
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2000
- Illustration
- Lettering & calligraphy
- Techniques - Calligraphy
- Calligraphy
- Art & Art Instruction
- Art
- History - General
- Illumination of books and manu
Traces the history of calligraphy and illumination, explores the use of gold in miniatures and highlighting, and explains the basic techniques of calligraphy. Also provides step-by-step instructions for designing and painting a coat of arms, plus a reference section on selecting materials, mixing colors, and stretching vellum.
