Event from the University of Adelaide
Exhibition: History of Book Illustration: 1400 - 1900
Free - All welcome
Sunday, 18 August 2019 - Friday, 27 September 2019, all day
Level 1, Barr Smith Library
Is a picture really worth a thousand words?
From woodcut to lithograph, this exhibition explores the history and methods of book illustration, and sheds light on the important role that co-existent images and text play in the transfer and retention of meaningful knowledge.
Visit Level 1 of the Library where you can learn more about these centuries-old techniques and view some of the finest illustrated books Special Collections has to offer.
On display during Barr Smith Library opening hours until 27 September 2019 date.
Ms Cheryl Hoskin, Email: cheryl.hoskin@adelaide.edu.au [2], Special Collections Librarian, Business: (08) 8313 5224