Library & Archives In Focus: Through the Frontispiece
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Engraved frontispieces emerged in early modern Europe as gateways to books.Produced by skilled engravers, they combined portraiture, allegory, and decorative de…
Engraved frontispieces emerged in early modern Europe as gateways to books.Produced by skilled engravers, they combined portraiture, allegory, and decorative design to signal a work's themes, prestige, and authorship. Step through the frontispiece, and discover how a single image can open the door to an entire narrative.This is a free drop-in event; no booking is required
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