Sunday, April 3, 2011

The Lindisfarne Gospels and the Early Medieval World



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The Lindisfarne Gospels, written and illuminated at the beginning of the eighth century, is one of the most outstanding masterpieces of early medieval European book painting. It was the creation of just one person, Eadfrith, who was Bishop of Lindisfarne, and is a precious testament to the tenacity of Christian belief during one of the most turbulent periods of British history. Costly in time and materials and superb in design, the manuscript is an artistic and re... More >>

The Lindisfarne Gospels and the Early Medieval World

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