The Illuminated Alphabet by Patricia Seligman

The Illuminated Alphabet

An inspirational introduction to creating decorative calligraphy

by Patricia Seligman

Calligraphy by Timothy Noad

Quantum Publishing, 2004, ISBN 1861609264, colour illustrations and lettering throughout, paperback

Very Good Condition, some edge and shelf wear, some rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, no inscriptions (see photographs)

“Create intricate, decorated letters, and then enhance them with brilliant gilding and rich hues.  You have a marvellous variety of alphabets and suggestions for embellishing them at your disposal.  Celtic illumination, based on Irish script, can include a flurry of interlaced spirals, for instance, while the Gothic style often features spiralling plant tendrils.  Whether you try some of the more simple or the elaborate examples, there will be enormous elegance and beauty in your illuminated lettering.”