Terra Cotta Of The Italian Renaissance

Book Overview

""Terra Cotta of the Italian Renaissance"" is a book written by Arthur Frederick Adams that explores the use of terra cotta in Italian Renaissance architecture. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and techniques of creating terra cotta sculptures and decorations, as well as their significance in the cultural and artistic context of the time. The author delves into the works of famous Italian artists, such as Luca della Robbia and Andrea della Robbia, examining their unique styles and contributions to the art form. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations of terra cotta pieces from various locations throughout Italy, giving readers a visual representation of the beauty and intricacy of this medium. Overall, ""Terra Cotta of the Italian Renaissance"" is a valuable resource for art historians, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of Italy.Photographic Survey Of The Early Italian Works Taken On An Extended Tour Of Northern Italy In The Summer Of 1923.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: 1432581155
• ISBN13: 9781432581152
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"