101 Celtic knotwork designs
Book - 2004
"101 Celtic Knotwork Designs is a comprehensive sourcebook of all types of Celtic knotwork designs by the leading exponent of Celtic art, Courtney Davis. The introduction gives a brief history of the Celts and an explanation of the birth and development of their artistic style with particular relation to knotwork designs. The 101 knotwork designs featured cover the whole history of Celtic art from the earliest examples found on ancient stone crosses to the author's own celebrated modern interpretations, including designs from the famous Celtic manuscripts such as the Lindisfarne Gospels and the Book of Kells, and from intricate Celtic jewelry. All 101 designs are handpainted by Courtney Davis and printed in full color. Each is acc...ompanied by black and white version of the same image on the adjacent page--perfect for scanning or photocopying for use on one's personal art, design or craft project.
- Subjects
- Published
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Newton Abbot, Devon : Cincinnati, OH :
David & Charles ; Distributed in North America by F & W Publications
2004.
- Language
- English
- Main Author
- Physical Description
- 1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color) ; 16 x 17 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes bibliographical references.
- ISBN
- 9780715316665
- Introduction
- Designs in Stone
- Designs in Metalwork
- Designs in Illuminated Manuscripts
- Modern Designs