On Divers Arts

On Divers Arts The Foremost Medieval Treatise on Painting, Glassmaking and Metalwork - Dover Art Instruction

1st ed reprinted

Paperback (02 Jan 2000)

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Publisher's Synopsis

First printed in the 12th century, here is the earliest treatise on the arts written by a practicing artist. Offering an essential understanding of pre-Renaissance art and technology, the Benedictine author details pigments, glass blowing, stained glass, gold and silver work, and more - information of great importance to craftsmen and historians of art and science. Includes 34 illustrations.

Book information

ISBN: 9780486237848
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint: Dover Publications
Pub date:
Edition: 1st ed reprinted
DEWEY: 739
DEWEY edition: 18
Language: English
Number of pages: 216
Weight: 402g
Height: 233mm
Width: 164mm
Spine width: 16mm