Celtic Art: The Methods of Construction

New York: Dover Publications, Inc., 1973. 159 pages, illustrations; 31 cm. Reprint of the 1951 edition published by W. MacLellan, Glasgow. Near fine. Firm binding, clean inside copy. Age toning. Clip-Art book unused & intact. Verified upon shipping. OVERSIZE! No priority/international, except by arrangement. Profusely illustrated. "In this pioneering work, Bain shows how simple principles, no more difficult than those used in needlecraft, were used to create 'the work of angels' that illuminated The Book of Kells. He also explains how you can use these principles in recreating intricate knots, interlacements, spirals, Kellstype initials, human and animal figures, and other distinctive Celtic designs in your own art and craft work. Features over 500 illustrations." - Publisher. CONTENTS: Knotwork borders; Knotwork panels; Spirals; Key patterns; Lettering; Zoomorphics; Plant forms; Human figures; Applications of Celtic art.. Paperback. Very Good. 4to.