The bold, fanciful designs featured here have been adapted from authentic Viking metalwork, textiles, stone carvings, and ceramics. Depicted are interwoven motifs reminiscent of Celtic art, real and mythological creatures, dragon-slaying heroes on horseback, and much more. Illustrators and craftworkers will find this collection ideal for a host of projects.187 black-and-white illustrations. Dover Original.
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Bible Illustrations CD-ROM and Book by Dover Capturing the power of the Old and New Testaments, this splendid collection of 179 exquisite, black-and-white illustrations depicts the fall of Adam and Eve, Noah, Moses in the Bullrushes, and the Life and Death of Jesus.
Historic Ornaments and Designs CD-ROM and Book by Dover Elegant motifs, spanning over 6,000 years of design traditions, range from primitive tribal art and pottery to intricate French Renaissance metalwork. 657 black-and-white illustrations.
Arms and Armor CD-ROM and Book by Dover Extensive archive features illustrations of offensive and defensive weapons of battle, including a vast array of armor, chain mail, swords, spears, pikes, lances, crossbows, axes, daggers, helmets, shields, and other ancient implements. 366 black-and-white illustrations.
