Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects V4 (1911)

Giorgio Vasari

Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects V4 (1911)
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Published
1 June 2008
Pages
584
ISBN
9781436572736

Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects V4 (1911)

Giorgio Vasari

Lives Of The Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors And Architects V4 is a book written by Giorgio Vasari and originally published in 1911. The book is a collection of biographies of some of the most prominent artists and architects of the Renaissance period. Vasari, who was a painter and architect himself, wrote the book in the 16th century and it is considered one of the most important works of art history.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different artist or architect. Vasari provides detailed biographical information about each person, including their early life, artistic training, and major works. He also includes anecdotes and stories about the artists, which provide insight into their personalities and creative processes.Some of the artists covered in the book include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Titian. Vasari also includes lesser-known artists and architects, such as Fra Angelico, Donatello, and Brunelleschi.In addition to the biographical information, the book also includes critical analyses of the artists' works. Vasari discusses the style, composition, and technique of each artist, providing a valuable resource for art historians and enthusiasts.Overall, Lives Of The Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors And Architects V4 is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of art and architecture. Vasari's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and casual readers.In Five Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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