The Book of Kildare by Josephine Hardiman is an original body of Artwork with Celtic hand-calligraphy, illumination and illustration. It has been exhibited during Irish cultural events since 2017.

Over 70 unique pages of original text in hand calligraphy, illustration and illumination have been lovingly created by Josephine Hardiman. It is an extraordinary legacy and will be much studied by the people of Kildare and Ireland, devotees of St. Brigid, historians and artists for generations to come.

Signed, first edition, collector's item, coffee table book.

Additional information:
Size: 21 x 29.7cm/approx 8.3 x 11.7in
82 pages, hardback with dust jacket, first edition.
The price includes packaging, shipping and a greeting card from The Book of Kildare collection, personally selected for you by the author, and perfect if you are giving it as a gift!
Each book is signed and dated by the artist. If you would like an additional inscription or personalisation, please leave a comment with your order.

About the author:

Josephine Hardiman is a professional artist and calligrapher, from Co. Kildare in Ireland. Upon finishing her education, Josephine began working as a teacher in her hometown of Newbridge. Since 1990, Josephine has worked as an art teacher and artist. Her works have been showcased in solo exhibitions and been presented to the last three Presidents of Ireland.
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Josephine's artistic expression has led her to her life-work of The Book of Kildare, a beautiful body of artwork in Celtic Calligraphy and Illumination, records the Ancient Mythology of Ireland, the traditions and story of Brigid, as Goddess, Woman and Saint of Kildare, the wonderful rich Kildare Heritage, History, Archaeology and Landscape.