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An Introduction to Medieval Ink

15 November, 2020, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

This is an online event.

The history of iron gall ink from antiquity to the present day. This introductory talk will give information on the history of the ink that was used in medieval manuscripts. It will also discuss the nature of the oak gall wasp, and give information on the many types of ink they produce.

A ‘Making Medieval Ink’ workshop will take place after the talk between  14:00 and 17:00, but numbers are limited. Book here.

Organiser

Institute of English Studies, School of Advanced Study

In partnership with

Book and Print Initiative

Contact email address

sara.charles@sas.ac.uk

Booking required?

Yes


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Date:
15 November, 2020
Time:
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Website:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-introduction-to-medieval-ink-tickets-121427828905

Venue

Online: School of Advanced Study
University of London, Senate House, Malet St
London, WC1E 7HU United Kingdom
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Please contact the organiser directly for more information
Website:
https://www.sas.ac.uk/

Organiser

Institute of English Studies, School of Advanced Study

Other

Is booking required?
Yes
Contact email address
sara.charles@sas.ac.uk
Event partners
Book and Print Initiative
Region
London
City/town
London
Accessibility information
Please contact the organiser directly for more information