A Manual of Illumination On Paper and Vellum. Appendix by T. Goodwin. [With] a Companion, by J.J. Laing
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
John William Bradley authored a significant reference work detailing miniaturists, illuminators, calligraphers, and copyists, which became a standard resource in its field. His research meticulously documented artists and their patrons from the dawn of Christianity through the eighteenth century. This comprehensive study is valued for its depth and thorough exploration of historical artistic practices. Bradley's contribution lies in the systematic organization and accessibility of information concerning these specialized crafts.



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This is a comprehensive examination of the life and works of Giorgio Giulio Clovio, an Italian miniaturist of the 16th century. It covers his art, his contemporaries, and the art of book decoration during this period.