Ancient Illuminated Manuscripts

The most remarkable things monks in Ireland, Scotland & Wales created were their manuscripts, beautifully designed books with extremely complex designs.

As part of their solitude life in a monastery the monks in Ireland spent time creating illustrations of the gospels. These creations would take years to complete with great skill and knowledge. The books were made from the best material and of the highest of quality, which still would be difficult to replicate today.

3 of the best illustrated manuscripts that survived and can be found in Ireland today is the book of Durrow, the book of Kells and the book of Armagh. These works of art shows how important Christianity in Ireland was and the lengths the Saints & Scholars would go to help better educate followers.

 


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