"The Lindisfarne Gospels", an example of Anglo-Saxon painting, is famous for the quality of its decorated pages. Describing the creation of the manuscript and reproducing its details, this is an introduction to manuscript illumination, insular art and the early history of the book in Britain.
Janet Backhouse Books
February 8, 1938 – November 3, 2004
Janet Backhouse was a respected authority in her field and a former curator of illuminated manuscripts for The British Library. Her expertise contributed to a deeper understanding of medieval art and calligraphy. As a former curator, she dedicated herself to the preservation and study of these valuable historical artifacts.
The Golden Age of Anglo-Saxon Art
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The Luttrell Psalter
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Written and illuminated in the early 14th century, the Luttrell Psalter is one of the best-known English manuscripts. Backhouse (curator of illuminated manuscripts, The British Library) describes the manuscript's creation and history. With 37 color and 37 b&w illustrations. No index. Annotation copy