Italian Sculpture Of The Renaissance

By L J Freeman and L.J. Freeman

Book Overview

Italian Sculpture of the Renaissance is a comprehensive book written by L. J. Freeman that explores the art of sculpture during the Renaissance period in Italy. The book covers the development of sculpture from the early 15th century to the end of the 16th century, highlighting the major artists and their works. It also examines the cultural, social, and political contexts that shaped the art of the period.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of Renaissance sculpture, including the development of humanism and the revival of classical art, the role of the Medici family in patronizing sculptors, and the impact of religious and political events on the art of the period. The book also includes detailed analysis of individual sculptures, with photographs and illustrations to accompany the text.Italian Sculpture of the Renaissance is a valuable resource for art historians, students, and anyone interested in the art of the Italian Renaissance. It provides a detailed and accessible overview of the period, and offers insights into the techniques, styles, and themes that characterized Renaissance sculpture in Italy.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417960477
• ISBN13: 9781417960477
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"