Banker, James R.
Piero della Francesca: Artist and Man
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199609314
- author:
- Banker, James R.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 17.3 x 2.5 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, History of Art & Architecture, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Piero della Francesca: Artist and Man is a groundbreaking biography that sheds new light on the life and art of this enigmatic Renaissance painter. For centuries, Piero's work has been admired for its beauty and technical skill, but his personal story remained largely unknown. This book integrates Piero's artistic achievements with the full chronicle of his life, revealing a complex and fascinating individual who was shaped by the social and cultural contexts in which he lived. The author draws on over 100 previously unknown documents to bring Piero's story to life, setting him against the backdrop of cities and courts that played a significant role in his artistic development. From early masterpieces like the Baptism of Christ to later works influenced by Flemish art, Banker's book offers a nuanced understanding of how Piero's art evolved over time. Along the way, he addresses persistent myths about this elusive artist, providing a fresh perspective on one of the most intriguing figures of the Renaissance.
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