Secrets of a Silent Miniaturist: Findings from a Technical Study of Miniatures Attributed to Isaac Oliver

An evidently accomplished draughtsman, Isaac Oliver (circa 1565–1617) remains an enigmatic artist in many respects. While Nicholas Hilliard’s treatise on the art of limning provides considerable insight into his material use, techniques, and self-perception, no equivalent documentary evidence surviv...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Christine Slottved Kimbriel, Paola Ricciardi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Yale University 2020-09-01
Series:British Art Studies
Online Access:http://britishartstudies.ac.uk/issues/issue-index/issue-17/secrets-of-a-silent-miniaturist