Orsanmichele and the History and Preservation of the Civic Monument: Volume 76

This far-ranging collection of essays--the first book-length scholarly exploration of Orsanmichele since 1996--marks the conclusion of a decades-long campaign to restore the magnificent medieval church and its art, most notably Orsanmichele's celebrated niche sculptures. Originally commissioned by Florence's trade guilds acting in competition with one another, the sculptures represent work by some of the greatest artists of the day--including Donatello,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300135890
• ISBN13: 9780300135893
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Ngw-Stud Hist Art
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 5.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 9.3" x 11.3"