Piero Da Castiglione

By Stuart Sterne

Book Overview

The book ""Piero Da Castiglione"" by Stuart Sterne is a historical biography that explores the life and legacy of Piero Da Castiglione, an Italian Renaissance artist who lived from 1480 to 1553. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Piero's life, from his early years in Castiglione to his later career as a painter and sculptor in Rome.The author delves into Piero's artistic style and techniques, examining his use of color, composition, and form. He also explores Piero's relationships with other artists and patrons, including Michelangelo and the Medici family.Throughout the book, Sterne provides detailed descriptions of Piero's major works, including his frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and his sculptures in the Vatican. He also discusses Piero's influence on the art world of his time and his lasting impact on the Renaissance period.Overall, ""Piero Da Castiglione"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the art and history of the Italian Renaissance. Sterne's engaging writing style and thorough research make this book a must-read for art lovers and history buffs alike.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: 1163759651
• ISBN13: 9781163759653
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"