Art of the Celts: From 700 BC to the Celtic revival (World of Art)

Editorial Reviews

The entire spectrum of Celtic art, with all its vibrancy, magical power, intricate pattern and ambiguity, is revealed in this splendid, concise introduction. It shows that there was no single unbroken tradition, but several diverse interweaving strands - each exemplified in the many beautiful objects the Celts created, whether decorative or mainly functional: elaborate weaponry, pottery, personal ornaments, enamelled bronze and silver, coins, and (later) illuminated manuscripts such as the Book of Kells. Increasingly influencing artists and designers and attracting a wider public, the rich treasury of Celtic art from the Iron Age to medieval Europe and more recent revivals, is celebrated in this volume. (Kirkus UK )


Product Description

A journey along the historical spectrum of Celtic art, from the rich treasures found throughout Iron Age Europe, through the flowering of metalwork, sculpture and manuscript illumination, to the revivals attempted today.

Product Details

Paperback: 216 pages
Publisher: Thames & Hudson (May 17, 1992)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0500202567
ISBN-13: 978-0500202562
Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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