Boccaccio's Decameron: Illuminated Manuscripts, 15Th Century Manuscript
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Edmond Pognon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Miller Graphics, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This volume presents a stunning visual journey through the medieval artistry that brought Boccaccio's Decameron to life. It chronicles the intricate details and vibrant imagery found within the illuminated manuscripts, showcasing how scribes and artists interpreted the classic tales of love, fate, and human folly. The scholarly text illustrates the historical context and artistic techniques employed, offering a profound appreciation for these precious artifacts. Readers will discover the rich interplay between literature and visual art during the Middle Ages, gaining insight into the cultural significance of these unique editions. This work uncovers the enduring legacy of The Decameron through its most beautiful and meticulously crafted forms.
Author: Edmond Pognon
Binding: Hardback
Published: Miller Graphics, 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This volume presents a stunning visual journey through the medieval artistry that brought Boccaccio's Decameron to life. It chronicles the intricate details and vibrant imagery found within the illuminated manuscripts, showcasing how scribes and artists interpreted the classic tales of love, fate, and human folly. The scholarly text illustrates the historical context and artistic techniques employed, offering a profound appreciation for these precious artifacts. Readers will discover the rich interplay between literature and visual art during the Middle Ages, gaining insight into the cultural significance of these unique editions. This work uncovers the enduring legacy of The Decameron through its most beautiful and meticulously crafted forms.