and explores the artist’s ambitious technical experimentation
Other works by the less influential have narrowly avoided ruin
the 367 copperplate engravings by Basilius Besler (1561–1629) capture the spectacular diversity of the palatial gardens of Prince-Bishop Johann Konrad von Gemmingen (1593/95–1612) in Eichstätt
Climb William the Conqueror’s family tree and take a journey to the Holy Land using a pilgrimage map marked with such obligatory destinations as Jaffa
Features eight beautiful full-color illustrations and comes with a matching satin ribbon bookmark with which to keep your place
The Book of Colour Concepts. 45th Ed. Morgan's Bibles and explores the artist’s ambitiousThe earliest forms of human creativity in carvings, markings, and cave paintings bear witness to humanitys engagement with color. Almost as old as these examples is the desire to assign structure, order, and meaning to this universal yet elusive concept, and it is this fascination that unites the works compiled in this expansive edition. Gathering over 40 rare books and manuscripts from a wealth of institutions, including the most distinguished color