Recent research in the library of trinity college dublin has indicated that blue from lapis lazuli was probably not used in the manuscript as had previously been thought. Browse in full colour and high resolution our 7,000 treasures, including the full book of kells, all free. The book of kells exhibition welcome to the old library and the book of kells a must see on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. A range of pigments was employed, including blue made from indigo or woad, native to northern europe.
Also set sale alerts and shop exclusive offers only on shopstyle. Located in the heart of dublin city, a walk through the cobbled stones of trinity college dublin will bring visitors back to the 18th century, when the magnificent old library building was constructed. Book of kells the library of trinity college dublin. Directions to trinity and the book of kells exhibit. The old library the library of trinity college dublin. With over 2000 of the oldest books housed in this gorgeous library, plus the book of kells, the 9th century gospel manuscript, what else could you ask for. This decision has been made to protect the health and safety of our visitors and the university community. The dart stations of pearse street, tara street and connolly station are a short walk away. Trinity college dublin is right in the heart of dublin and served well by cross city buses.
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