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Journal - Paperblanks - 'Lindau Gospels' - Hardcover - Lined - Midi

TT$205.00

The binding of the Lindau Gospels was designed in the late 8th century to inspire awe when the book was carried in processions or displayed on an altar. This sense of majesty extended even to the back cover, the jewelled design of which is reproduced on our Lindau journal cover. Elastic Band Closure 1 Ribbon Marker Edge Printing Memento Pouch 176 Pages 5"x7"x1"

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Smyth Sewn

Custom Designed Laid Paper:

100% recycled binder boards

Decorative printed cover paper

FSC-certified text paper

Threaded stitching and glue, as needed

Acid-free sustainable forest paper.

 

More about the design - from Paperblanks:-

Crafted in a German workshop near Salzburg between 750 and 800 AD, this gold and jewelled binding now stands proudly in New York’s Morgan Library and is heralded as being one of the most important acquisitions of the collection. J.P. Morgan purchased the illuminated manuscript in 1901, and it was this exquisitely designed book that set a new direction for many subsequent additions to his collections.

The Lindau binding is an archetypical representation of early- to mid-9th-century book publishing, with the overall effort being focused more on ornamentation than on contents. During this time period, the majority of citizens would not have known how to read but would be drawn to the book cover as a metaphor for the information held within. Religious works, in particular, were given this treatment as the stories could easily be imparted to followers without a great deal of explanation.

Today, this binding continues to be admired as a gorgeous highlight from the medieval bookmaking era, whether or not the religious connotations are strongly felt. At Paperblanks we find inspiration everywhere, and we are pleased that this elaborately designed book from early history has become such a well-loved part of our selection.