Before the introduction of printing in Europe, all books were manuscripts, from Latin, meaning written (scriptus) by hand (manu). The most luxurious manuscripts were literally illuminated with decorations and images made of brightly coloured pigments. Many scribes and artists were monks, especially in the medieval period from the 8th to the 13th century. In eight short videos, the techniques, products and tools for making manuscripts and decorations are illustrated.
Collection: Multimedia
Project: 9. Travels and travelers: economic, social and cultural connections.
Chronology: VIII-XVII
Scope: Secondary Education, Higher Education
Link: https://www.bl.uk/medieval-english-french-manuscripts/articles/how-to-make-a-medieval-manuscript
Resource type: Video
Format: Multimedia
Source: https://www.bl.uk/medieval-english-french-manuscripts
Language: English and French
Date: VIII-XVII
Owner: Manuela Ghizzoni (Modernalia)
Copyright: © British Library Board
Abstract: How to make a medieval manuscript
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