A Primer of the Art of Illumination for the Use of Beginners by F. Delamotte
"A Primer of the Art of Illumination for the Use of Beginners" by F. Delamotte is an instructional guide written in the mid-19th century that aims to introduce the principles and practices of the art of illumination. This book can be classified as a practical art manual focused on teaching beginners the basics of creating illuminated artwork, which involves the decoration of manuscripts with intricate designs, colors, and gilding. It is particularlyrelevant to those interested in medieval art and manuscript culture. The book provides a comprehensive overview of illumination, starting with its history, characteristics, and the development of styles over the centuries. Delamotte explains the technical aspects of illumination, offering practical tips on tools, color selection, and techniques for creating illuminated works. The primer also showcases various examples from illuminated manuscripts and gives readers a structured approach to studying and practicing this art form, concluding with a series of exercises to help them develop their skills. Overall, this work serves as a valuable resource for aspiring illuminators, equipping them with the foundational knowledge necessary to embark on their artistic endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Delamotte, F. (Freeman), 1814-1862 |
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| Title | A Primer of the Art of Illumination for the Use of Beginners With a rudimentary treatise on the art, practical directions for its exercise, and examples taken from illuminated mss. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chris Curnow, Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Illumination of books and manuscripts |
| Subject | Illumination of books and manuscripts -- Specimens |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57434 |
| Release Date | Jul 2, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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