Ivory Carvings in Early Mediaeval England

A study of English ivory carving from 700-1200 AD, which describes and illustrates over 160 carvings, many of which are shown in enlarged detail. In his informative text the author discusses the ivories and their close relation to contemporary illuminated manuscripts and enamel work. Through portraits of some of the abbots and archbishops who were the great patrons the their time, and in particular, Henry of Blois, Bishop of Winchester, he places the art form within its historical and cultural context.