Celtic design has been an interest of mine for a long time. So
naturally I enjoyed reading the chapter on illuminated manuscripts. I have
several books on the subject of Celtic design, which I will discuss here.
The Book of Kells published by Studio Edition London is a book that I picked up when I was abroad. It illustrates plates from the book and describes their significance. My favorite one is the incarnation initial. It is the finest example of calligraphy and shows all varieties of design in Celtic art.
Celtic Design: Knotwork - The Secret Method of the Scribes
by Aidan Meehan gives a step-by-step visualization of how to draw the elaborate
knot designs. This is one book in a series of books about Celtic design. The
knotwork patterns can be used in jewelry and in craftwork.
Celtic Design: A Sourcebook of Patterns and Motifs by Iain Zaczek illustrates Interlacing & Knotwork, Spirals & Circles, Calligraphy, Geometric Designs, Figurative Designs, Jewelry, Artifacts, and Stonework. The designs in this book can be an inspiration for artists, designers, and art historians. I particularly like the calligraphy, specifically the big initial letters in the Celtic manuscripts.
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