Ross King
Leonardo and the Last Supper
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408831182
- author:
- Ross King
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Paperbacks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 14.4 x 2.2 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Renaissance, Reformation, Thirty Years War 1501-1750
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Last Supper has been an enduring artistic and cultural icon for over five centuries. Yet, behind this masterpiece lies a human story that is as fascinating as it is complex. Ross King's biography of the painting delves into the life of Leonardo da Vinci during his final five years in Milan. This book offers a unique perspective on one of the most famous works of art ever created, and provides insight into the artist's last years in Italy. By exploring the creation and significance of The Last Supper, King sheds new light on the artistic and cultural heritage of Renaissance Europe.
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