Lives Of The Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors And Architects V2 (1907)

Lives Of The Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors And Architects V2 (1907)

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Lives Of The Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors And Architects V2 is a book written by Giorgio Vasari in 1907. It is a comprehensive account of the lives and works of some of the greatest artists of the Renaissance period, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. The book is divided into three parts, with each part focusing on a different aspect of the art world. The first part covers the lives of the painters, the second part covers the sculptors, and the third part covers the architects. Vasari's writing style is lively and engaging, and he provides detailed descriptions of the artists' lives and works. He also includes anecdotes and stories about the artists, which add to the book's charm. The book is considered to be one of the most important works of art history, and it has been used as a reference by art historians and scholars for centuries. Overall, Lives Of The Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors And Architects V2 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of some of the greatest artists of all time, and it is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Renaissance period.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781164107453
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 709.22
Language: English
Number of pages: 514
Weight: 680g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 26mm