Item DC 078/3 - Handmade book of written work titled ‘Notes on the History of Illumination’

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DC 078/3

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Handmade book of written work titled ‘Notes on the History of Illumination’

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  • [1930-1934] (Creation)

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1 item

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Hand-bound book titled ‘Notes on the History of Illumination’ signed Jean S Wilson. Details the history of book illustration, ornamentation and decoration across different eras, national and local styles. Likely related to a course on the History of Illumination taught as a component of the Design diploma.

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This material has been appraised in line with Glasgow School of Art Archives and Collections standard procedures.

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(fl 1930-1934)

Biographical history

Jeanne Wilson, born 25 June 1912, studied as a day student at the Glasgow School of Art from 1930-1934. According to the general register, Wilson studied Painting and Drawing in her first year and subsequently studied Design. During this period, her local authority is listed as Chapelton. In 1934, she was awarded a diploma in Design and Decorative Arts.

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Application for permission to reproduce should be submitted to The Archives and Collections at The Glasgow School of Art.

Reproduction subject to usual conditions: educational use and condition of material.

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Green sugar paper, cream paper, black, green and blue ink.

Dimensions: 308 x 243 mm

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