The text of the book is largely taken from the vulgate, a fourth century latin translation of the bible, though it includes several passages derived from the earlier vetus latina. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin slipcased. It is acknowledged on all sides that before the arrival of st. The work is the most famous of the medieval illuminated manuscripts for the intricacy, detail, and majesty of the illustrations. Here are ten things you should know about this ancient masterpiece. This book is a good explanation of the book, ranging down to artistic minutia of its letters and pictures.
In the 1980s a facsimile of the book of kells was begun in a project between the fine art facsimile publisher of switzerland and trinity college, dublin. It was created in a columban monastery in either britain or ireland and may have had. The facsimile was produced using stateofthe art reproduction technology, and has been critically acclaimed for its closeness to the original. The book of kells or codex cenannensis is a manuscript copy of the four gospels in latin, written in celtic style. The book of kells is one of historys greatest art works highlighting the four gospels of the new testament with magnificent celtic illustrations of inexhaustible beauty and intricacy. Nov 22, 2019 the book of kells is a stunningly beautiful manuscript containing the four gospels.
Meath, ireland, the book was brought there after the monastic community on iona fled raids in the early ninth century. The book of kells is a masterpiece of medieval arta brilliantly decorated version of the four gospels with fullpage depictions of christ, the virgin and the evangelists as well as a wealth of smaller decorative painting. The book of kells is one of the finest and most famous, and also one of the latest, of a group of manuscripts in what is known as the insular style, produced from the late 6th through the early 9th centuries in monasteries in ireland, scotland and england and in continental monasteries with hibernoscottish or anglosaxon foundations. The book of kells is inches wide and 10 inches high. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin slipcased by francoise. This facsimile of the book of kells is the most recent and most faithful reproduction of the manuscript. Generally believed to have been written by monks in the scriptorium of the monastery founded by st columcille on the hebridean island of iona, it was moved to a new monastery in kells, co meath, after a viking raid on iona in the early ninth century. Comments on the fine art facsimile limited edition of the book of kells and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available. A facsimile of the book of kells and soldiers badges from the. The richness of the book of kells decoration remained relatively unknown until the early decades of the nineteenth century. The voynich code the worlds most mysterious manuscript the secrets of nature duration. The book of kells is located at the trinity college in dublin and it is open for public visits, most times the book of kells contains the four gospels of the christian scriptures written in black, red, purple, and yellow ink in an insular majuscule script, preceded by prefaces, summaries, and concordances of gospel passages.
Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. Created in the years around 800, it survived viking raids and the theft of its jeweled covers. Reproducing the intricate detail of the artwork posed a considerable challenge, requiring time, patience and a steady hand. The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript gospel book in latin. Buy book of kells posters designed by millions of artists and iconic brands from all over the world. The book of kells limited edition leather bound book. The book is furnished with fascinating, almost magical miniature scenes. The book of kells facsimile, 678 full color pages, leather reproduction ebay.
You enter a room with large poster size copies of the book of kells and videos explaining more about it. The illumination, range of colors, intricate designs and carefully woven religious symbolism bring the dark ages back to life as you turn the pages. The majority of the pages were reproduced in blackandwhite. The ridington room in the music, art and architecture maa library at the. The original manuscript can be seen in dublin, ireland at the trinity college library. The book of kells the classic text digital exhibits uwm. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. Nov 05, 2015 together with the gospels of lindisfarne and the book of durrow, i would say that the book of kells is one of the greatest contributions to medieval art ever to come out of the british isles. The book of kells the classic text digital exhibits. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. The original book of kells is a book of the latin gospels made by a group of monks at an irish monastery around the year 800.
Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Peter fox of trinity college library explains why a new facsimile is being. Faksimileverlag luzern produced more than 1400 copies of the first color reproduction of the manuscript in its entirety. It is the socalled book of kells, which is named after its centurieslong abode in the abbey of kells in ireland. Sep 10, 2010 the book of kells is one of historys greatest art works highlighting the four gospels of the new testament with magnificent celtic illustrations of inexhaustible beauty and intricacy. All book of kells posters are produced ondemand using archival inks, ship within 48 hours, and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. Precious colors and rare decorative elements adorn nearly every page of the masterly manuscript. Shop for book of kells art prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands. While not a page by page reproduction, the fullpage, fullcolor portraits show the book of kells at its finest. Browse in full colour and high resolution our 7,000 treasures, including the full book of kells, all free.
Each book of kells art print is produced using archival inks, ships within 48 hours, and comes with a 30day money back guarantee. Buckley and his estate creators fine art facsimile publishers of. The book of kells studio miniatures by mackworthpraed, ben and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Book of kells the book of kells, of which our copy is a replica, was written more than 1,200 years ago by monks in medieval ireland. The illuminations depict scenes from the life of christ in brilliant. A facsimile of the book of kells and soldiers badges from the western front. The two reproduction volumes are bound by otto walter ltd. In 1951, the swiss publisher urs graf verlag bern produced the first facsimile of the book of kells. Mario kleff reproduced folios from the book of kells and together with faksimileverlag publisher urs duggelin, curated an exhibition of. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college by henry francoise. The book of kells, of which our copy is a replica, was written more than 1,200 years ago by monks in medieval ireland. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin francoise henry on. The book of kells trinity college dublin ms 58 contains the four gospels in latin based on the vulgate text which st jerome completed in 384ad, intermixed with readings from the earlier old latin translation. The secret of kells is a 2009 frenchbelgianirish animated fantasy film animated by cartoon saloon that premiered on 8 february 2009 at the 59th berlin international film festival.
It is irelands most precious medieval artifact and is generally considered the finest surviving illuminated manuscript to have been produced in medieval europe. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college dublin and it turns out it is an elaborate medieval manuscript of the four gospels. Customize your book of kells print with hundreds of different frames and mats, if desired. The facsimile was produced using stateofthe art reproduction technology, and has been critically acclaimed for. The leather is a 4 oz cowhide, from a small supplier in new york state. It went into wide release in belgium and france on 11 february, and ireland on 3 march. Find the book of kells reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college dublin by henry, francoise at biblio. The text of the gospels is mostly taken from the vulgate bible, and it has several passages from earlier versions of the bible, such as the vetus latina. You dont need the original any more, because now you have the facsimile, said the librarian, peter fox. To those who have not examined the book of kells two features in the plates may require explanation. Considered by many to be the most beautiful book in the world, the original book of kells is on display at trinity college in dublin where upwards of 500,000 people a year visit the college to view the book. The book of kells features a latin version of the four gospels and highly ornate drawings of the apostles and other biblical figures that. Located in the heart of the city centre in trinity college dublin, the exhibition displays the book of kells, a 9th century manuscript that documents the four gospels of the life of jesus christ. The book of kells reproductions from the manuscript in.
The book of kells is an illuminated manuscript in latin of the four gospels of the new testament together with some extra texts and tables it was created by celtic monks about 800 ad or slightly earlier. It is for this kind of book that the facsimile edition was created, allowing collectors of moderate means to experience the classics as they were originally intended. A sizeable folio with 126 color plates and 75 monochrome illustrations from the copy housed at trinity college in dublin. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The last important attempt at reproduction in colour was made about forty years ago. The book of kells is thought to be the work of a number of unknown geniusartists living in the monastery of iona around the year 800. Tentatively dated to the year 800 ad, the book resided at the eponymous abbey of kells for many centuries before it was moved, in 1654. Book of kells simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jun 02, 1987 the original book of kells is a book of the latin gospels made by a group of monks at an irish monastery around the year 800. This is a precautionary measure to minimise the spread of covid19. The kells manuscript is one of the most renowned illuminated manuscripts of the middle ages.
The book is bound in matching green cloth, toned at the spine, with gilt lettering and designs on the spine and front board. Oct 10, 2017 the book of kells is thought to be the work of a number of unknown geniusartists living in the monastery of iona around the year 800. In the years which have since elapsed the science of light, photography, and colour. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college dublin 19741028 hardcover 1796 by unknown author. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Customize your book of kells poster with hundreds of different frame options, and get the exact look that you want for your wall. Meath, ireland, the book was brought there after the monastic community on iona. Apr 21, 2011 book of kells part 2 documentary wolf eirinn. Collection guide summary abstract limited edition fine art facsimile of the book of kells circa 800 ad, one of the worlds most famous illuminated manuscripts. Book of kells the library of trinity college dublin. It is one of the most famous and valuable illuminated manuscripts to have survived to modern times. This decision has been made to protect the health and safety of our visitors and the university community. Even in reproduction, there are extraordinary tones of blue, yellow, rust, red, green and purple. The book of kells the book of kells is a lavishly decorated manuscript of the four gospels of the new testament of the bible. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin by henry, francoise and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This beautiful slipcased book has fullsized photographs in color of every page in the original book of kells, plus interesting and explanative text, and lots of closeups of the fantastic interlace designs.
Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin reissue by henry, francoise isbn. It is first mentioned in an account of a theft in the church. Fullsize color reproduction of the entire original document, book of kells. The book of kells exhibition what is the book of kells. Both these defects are present in the original manuscript. Not all collectors think positively of facsimile editions. Pages like these take me over 100 hours and include meticulous measuring. The kells manuscript is a reproduction of the book of kells help at the trinity library in ireland.
The book of kells facsimile, 678 full color pages, leather. In the movie they never address what is in the book of kells, just that it an amazingly beautiful book. We wish to inform you that the book of kells and old library exhibition will temporarily close to visitors until further notice. The book of kells facsimile now on permanent display in ubc. The first time i saw an illustration from the book of kells, in an art history class, i fell in love. The book of kells holds a special place in the history of western art as a crowning achievement of the insular manuscript tradition. The actual writing of the book of kells is in itself the embodiment the handwriting in the ms. Today the book of kells resides at the library of the trinity college of dublin. Book of kells leafing through the facsimile edition youtube. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. One of the earliest and simultaneously mostsplendid manuscripts in the history of book art originated in 8th century scotland. Our reproduction is of the the kells manuscript in its entirety.
Irelands book of kells is facsimiled the new york times. Reproductions from the manuscript in trinity college, dublin. Book of kells leafing through the facsimile edition. Reproduction from the book of kells by septaliger on. Square and firmly bound with orange page edges, clean internally. It is first mentioned in an account of a theft in the church of kells in 1007, which describes the book as the great gospel book. They created earlymedieval miniatures which count among the most beautiful images of handcrafted book art altogether. The book of kells by bernard meehan, hardcover barnes.
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