Author: Courtney Davis Publisher: Cassell Illustrated ISBN: 9780713728040 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 96
Book Description
This magnificent collection of Celtic scripts contains hundreds of initials and alphabets demonstrating a sweeping range of cursive pen strokes and decorative letters. The art of using initial letters to summarize the content of a book receives expert attention, as do unusual techniques such as the triquetra, a three-pointed knot; the diaper; the pelta, an abstract Celtic motif built out of triangles; and repeating geometric patterns.
Author: Andrew Whitson Publisher: Appletree Press (IE) ISBN: 9780862816643 Category : Alphabets Languages : en Pages : 124
Book Description
Exploring the Celtic art of decorative lettering, this book reproduces the letters of the Celtic alphabet from original sources. Letters not used by the Celtic scribes have been drawn with meticulous care to correspond to Celtic models. In addition to the decorative capitals, letters are drawn in a modern Celtic style, both upper and lower case, making this a practical book for those who want to try out their own Celtic hand, as well as a beautiful gift book.
Author: Mallory Pearce Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 0486270416 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 67
Book Description
Six richly patterned alphabets, plus basic alphabet of calligraphic Celtic letters. Some punctuation marks and decorative elements. Clearly printed, easily reproducible. Royalty-free.
Author: Courtney Davis Publisher: Blandford Press ISBN: 9780713726657 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 96
Book Description
Discusses the development of Celtic calligraphy, which is a significant part of several famous illuminated books, but has also been a vital aspect of other Celtic art for many centuries.
Author: Courtney Davis Publisher: David & Charles ISBN: 9780715317518 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
A comprehensive design source book of all types of Celtic illuminated letters by leading exponent of Celtic art, Courtney Davis. The 101 illuminated letters reflect the history of Celtic design from the earliest examples to Courtney Davis's own celebrated modern interpretations. Many of the illuminated letters are from, or inspired by, the famous Celtic manuscripts such as the Lindisfarne Gospels and the Book of Kells. The 101 designs are all hand painted by Courtney Davis and printed in full colour. Each is accompanied by a black and white version of the same image on the adjacent page - perfect for scanning or photocopying for use on readers' personal art, design or craft project. The book contains two complete alphabets and the remaining letters are structured so that those most commonly used at the beginning of words are represented with many more examples than the least common letters. 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 illuminated letter designs.
Author: Aidan Meehan Publisher: Celtic Design ISBN: 9780500276853 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 164
Book Description
From the Celtic Design series: a reference manual on Celtic illuminated letters, blending history and anecdote with practical instruction.
Author: Donald Iain Scott Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1479763144 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 141
Book Description
Throughout the ages men and women have created Celtic Art designs. The Celtic alphabet up to the 11th Century did not have the letters K and W but in the spirit of the Celtic Art I have made a few for you. The top left picture represents a circular Key Pattern and a continuous maze design. Next are the letters A and C. These designs are stylised from the 8th century Book of Kells. Below centre right is a sample of spiral design. Below right is a zoomorphic corner design. The A4 colour book has a companion A5 design outline book so you can utilise into your own craft or hobby. Donald Iain Scott
Author: Dover Publisher: Dover Publications ISBN: 9780486999531 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 64
Book Description
Six wonderfully decorative copyright-free alphabets plus a basic alphabet of calligraphic Celtic letters. All designs shown in book appear on the disk.
Author: Arthur Baker Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 9780486243368 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 54
Book Description
A complete, stroke-by-stroke guide to producing Celtic calligraphy. Learn how to create each leter of the alphabet in the age-old Celtic manner. Crystal clear instructions also cover pens, inks, work surface, paper and lines, how to hold the pen and more. 38 full-page plates plus 8 illustrations.
Author: Paul Rhys Mountfort Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Co ISBN: 9780892819195 Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 226
Book Description
This comprehensive and practical guide to the ancient oracle is based on the alphabet of the Druids. It provides an historical background and bibliographic references to the Druidic mythology ruling this 1,500-year-old oracle.
Author: Courtney Davis
Author: Andrew Whitson
Author: Mallory Pearce
Author: Courtney Davis
Author: Courtney Davis
Author: Aidan Meehan
Author: Donald Iain Scott
Author: Dover
Author: Arthur Baker
Author: Paul Rhys Mountfort