Beauty in Letters

A Selection of Illuminated Addresses

By:

John Wilson

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Hardback

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Illuminated addresses were at their most popular in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. They are books, scrolls or certificates presented to individuals, often in celebration of a distinguished service or event. Typically they are written in fine calligraphy and embellished with skilled artwork and lustrous design and are a celebration of an important event, perhaps an honour, particular achievement or a retirement. Each illuminated address is unique. This book tells of these stories and shows the beauty created by the skills of the illuminators.

Author Biography:

John Wilson has been a collector since a young boy, starting with stamps, coins and trade cards. He later came across illuminated addresses and was so struck by their beauty and artwork that he decided to acquire some. Over the last thirty years, he has built up the collection in this book and widened his interests into calligraphy, manuscripts and art, including creating his own art works.

Release date NZ

April 29th, 2021

Author

John Wilson

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Illustrations

40 Illustrations, unspecified

Pages

144

ISBN-13

9781913491376

Product ID

34781249

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