Kristen Collins
The St. Albans Psalter
- ISBN 13:
- 9781606061459
- author:
- Kristen Collins
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Getty Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 104
- Dimensions:
- 19.05 x 1.02 x 27.69 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Medieval, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The St. Albans Psalter Painting and Prayer in Medieval England By Kristen M. Collins, Peter Kidd, and Nancy Turner This 12th-century manuscript is one of the most significant and enigmatic books produced in England during this period. Created at St. Albans Abbey between 1120 and 1140, it showcases the Romanesque style of illumination, with its powerful figures and vibrant colors setting a new standard for Anglo-Saxon art. The St. Albans Psalter is renowned for its extensive illustrations, including over 40 full-page paintings and more than 200 historiated initials. The manuscript's intricate decorations, featuring gold and precious colours, make it a unique and captivating work of art. Recent conservation efforts have shed new light on this remarkable book, challenging some long-held assumptions about its creation and significance. Published in conjunction with an exhibition at the J. Paul Getty Museum, this book offers a fresh perspective on one of medieval England's most fascinating manuscripts.
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