An extract of mignatura, or, Compendious discourse concerning limning containing the names, natures & [properties] of the colours : [England?], [16--].

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An extract of mignatura, or, Compendious discourse concerning limning containing the names, natures & [properties] of the colours : [England?], [16--].

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Bound autograph manuscript in an unknown hand containing detailed instructions for the preparation and use of paint colors. Includes several references to Nicholas Hilliard and quotes some of his "recetes," indicating the manuscript was derived from Hilliard's Treatise Concerning the Arte of Limning. Followed by sections: The Golden Art of Gold; Treating of Precious Stones; and The Art of the Goldsmith. Contains tables.

1 v. ([174] p.) ; 20 cm.

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Phillipps, Thomas, Sir, 1792-1872

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English antiquary and collector. He began collecting while at Rugby School and Oxford. On inheriting his father's estate at Middle Hill in Worcestershire, Phillipps embarked on a career of collecting manuscripts and books. His collection of manuscripts eventually numbered over 60,000 items. During Continental trips in the 1820s Phillipps bought heavily, and back in England he continued to do so, often buying up entire estate libraries at auction. He collected Eastern, Greek and Lat...

Hilliard, Nicholas, 1547?-1619

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