Treasures in Heaven: Armenian Illuminated Manuscripts

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For over a thousand years the pre-eminent expression of Armenian culture was the illuminated manuscript--above all, the illustrated Gospel Book. Brilliantly painted and often bound in silver and decorated with jewels, these volumes constitute the principal source of information on the history, religion, language, and art of Armenia. Treasures in Heaven is a comprehensive introduction in English to the art and history of Armenian manuscript painting...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0691037515

ISBN13:9780691037516

Release Date:July 1994

Publisher:Princeton University Press

Length:229 Pages

Weight:3.22 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 9.2" x 12.2"

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Art Arts, Music & Photography Reference Social Science Social Sciences

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