Jonas Lau Markussen Bücher

Focusing on the Ringerike style from the Viking Age, this book delves into the intricate craft of knotwork creation, offering insights into its original principles. It aims to demystify the process, enabling readers to recreate this distinctive art form and develop their own unique designs. Through accessible guidance, it invites both enthusiasts and newcomers to explore the beauty and complexity of Viking-era craftsmanship.

The Norse artwork of the Viking Age is incredibly captivating, with its intricate interlacing patterns and fierce animal figures woven together into some of the most exceptional expressions of art created by mankind. But as fascinating as it may be to look at, it may be as difficult to understand exactly how these patterns are constructed, and even more difficult to understand how to recreate them.This guide breaks down the styles of Viking Age art in an easy to understand manner, to help you to quickly acquire a good grasp of its anatomy. Clear illustrations and graphics straightforwardly present the characteristics of each style, so you'll be able to easily distinguish each from the others, and understand how one style developed into the next. The accompanying timelines, maps and concise historical descriptions further help you to root your understanding of the styles in their historical context.