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Generally accepted to have been made in the late 8th or early 9th century, it is usually attributed to the monastery founded in 563 by. One of the most renowned medieval manuscripts, its exact date and place of origin are unknown. 357-373, Commentary).īook of Kells - Manuscripts - Facsimiles. The Book of Kells is a large format manuscript of the gospels, famed for the beauty and ingenuity of its decoration. Facsimile bound in white goatskin, issued in black box with silver metal clasps.Ī videocassette describing the significance of the manuscript and showing steps in the production of the facsimile was produced in 1987 entitled A masterpiece re-created. The Book of Kells is a permanent exhibit located within the McClelland Library. Colour transparencies were electronically analysed using a laser scanner and the printing process involved the use of between 8 and 10 colours.Ĭommentary issued in slipcase.
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reproduces the Book of Kells for the first time in its entirety and in full colour. Lucerne : Fine Art Facsimile Publishers of Switzerland, c1990Ģ v. The Book of Kells : MS 58 Trinity College Library Dublin Book Bib IDīible.
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