I have always loved medieval manuscripts, so today I visited the exhibition at the British Library -
Royal Manuscripts: The Genius of Illumination. Quite amazing really. What I really love are the tiny little details painted in the borders.
I recommend it if you are in the London area! Some of the books appeared in the BBC Four series:
Illuminations: The Private Lives of Medieval Kings and it was great to see them in 'person'. I only wish I could have been closer, and able to turn the pages...
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| Inside the British Library |
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| Outside the British Library |
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It looks like a fairytale castle, but it's St. Pancras Station,
as seen from the British Library - beautiful! |
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| I had to wander round to find a slightly better view - click for a larger image |
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