Calligraphy and Illumination: A History and Practical Guide by Lovett, Patricia - 2000

New York: Harry N. Abrams, 2000. First American Edition. Hardcover. As New/Fine. Stated First American Edition, there having been published a true First Edition in London also in 2000. A superior copy inside and out, being a sterling condition hardcover copy, with unbruised tips, tight binding, and clean internals, showing only very slight shelf- and edge-wear; not ex-library, with neither underlining nor highlighting anywhere. Bright and shiny dust jacket, paper-backed, illustrated, showing only very minor wear, protected by a plastic coat, dust jacket not being price-clipped. Gift-quality condition inside and out. [6], 7-320 pp. Lovett's analysis of the technical and social history of calligraphy and book-illumination and illumination of manuscripts is fascinating, augmented with 225 illustrations including 175 plates in full glorious color. Measures 8 3/4" x 10 1/2" in size, wide and tall. Volume contains scholarly apparatus in the form of, e.g., notes, index, and bibliography. Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. Additional postage may be required for oversize or especially heavy volumes, and for sets.