{"product_id":"9788481814156","title":"Artistic bookbindings at the Archive of the Nobility","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArtistic Bookbindings at the Archive of the Nobility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis catalog offers a visual and documentary journey through the evolution of artistic bookbinding from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. Through pieces preserved in the Archive of the Nobility, the work presents a selection of specimens that stand out for their aesthetic, technical, and historical value. The reader will discover how the art of bookbinding has transformed books into unique objects, reflecting the taste, power, and craftsmanship of each era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is the catalog for the homonymous exhibition held at the Archive of the Nobility between January and June 2010. Its content focuses on showcasing the evolution of artistic bookbinding over several centuries, from the Middle Ages to the beginning of the 20th century. Drawing from the archive's documentary collections, it analyzes and reproduces bindings that combine techniques such as blind-tooling, gilding, leather mosaic, and the use of precious metals. The work not only documents the pieces exhibited but also contextualizes each specimen within its historical period, explaining the materials, decorative styles, and the workshops or artisans that created them. It serves as a reference tool for specialists and a visual delight for lovers of antiquarian books and decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical evolution of artistic bookbinding from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted binding techniques: blind-tooling, gilding, leather mosaic, and metal fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePredominant decorative styles in each period (Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassical, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImportance of the Archive of the Nobility as a custodian of bibliographic heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRelationship between bookbinding and the social, cultural, and economic context of each era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis catalog is aimed at professionals and enthusiasts of the history of the book, artistic bookbinding, decorative arts, and historical craftsmanship. It is also of interest to bibliophiles, collectors, heritage conservators, art historians, and students of disciplines related to antiquarian books and material culture. Its visual and documentary approach makes it accessible both to specialists and to curious readers who wish to discover the artistic value of bookbinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual tour of more than five centuries of artistic bookbinding through unique pieces from the Archive of the Nobility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed information on techniques, materials, and styles, allowing for an understanding of the evolution of this art form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical contextualization of each specimen, linking bookbinding to the power, culture, and taste of each era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reference work for identifying and valuing historical bindings in collections and archives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Various Authors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area of\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: CRAFTS, DECORATIVE ARTS AND HANDICRAFTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: EXHIBITION CATALOGS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication Date: January 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 211\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1163 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis catalog constitutes a significant contribution to the study of artistic bookbinding in Spain by highlighting the collections of the Archive of the Nobility. Its combination of quality images and descriptive texts allows for the appreciation of both the technical details and the historical context of each piece. It is a useful work for specialists seeking visual documentation and precise references, as well as for any reader interested in the book as an artistic object. Its rigorous approach and careful presentation make it a valuable resource within the bibliography on decorative arts and bibliographic heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MINISTERIO DE EDUCACIÓN, CULTURA Y DEPORTE. ÁREA D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405044113755,"sku":"9788481814156","price":28.01,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848181415.jpg?v=1781821957","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788481814156","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}