123 results for 'Michelangelo'

Michelangelo was born into a family that valued hard work and creativity. His early life took an unexpected turn when he was placed with a stonemason's family, who would later claim to have inspired...

Michelangelo: A Life on Paper brings together over 200 stunning reproductions of the artist's private papers, revealing a previously unseen side of his life and work. This sumptuous volume showcases...

Michelangelo: The Last DecadesThis booklet accompanies a major exhibition at the British Museum in May 2024, featuring loans from the Vatican Library and the Louvre. It offers a unique insight into...

The Electric Michelangelo is a captivating love story set against the vibrant backdrop of seaside resorts. Cy Parks' journey takes him from his childhood in a guest house to his apprenticeship with...

The Complete Poems of Michelangelo brings together the full range of this renowned artist's verse in English for the first time. John Frederick Nims has carefully translated and edited the poems,...

Michelangelo and The Pope's Ceiling tells the story of one of the most ambitious artistic projects in history. In 1508, Pope Julius II commissioned Michelangelo to paint the ceiling of the Sistine...

Discover the life and art of Michelangelo, one of the most renowned sculptors and painters in history. This biography takes you back to Renaissance Italy, where a young apprentice would become a...

Michelangelo's epic life is a story of unparalleled artistic genius and personal turmoil. From his early days as a young artist in Florence to his later years as a master sculptor and painter,...

Michelangelo's artistic legacy is one of unparalleled breadth and depth. From his early masterpieces, such as Pietà and David, to his later works, including the iconic frescoes in the Sistine Chapel,...

Michelangelo: A Visionary Artist Renowned for his innovative techniques and awe-inspiring artworks, Michelangelo was a true Renaissance genius. His masterpieces spanned sculpture, painting, and...

Michelangelo: His Life and Works in 500 Images is an impressive new reference book that explores the life and works of this Renaissance master. Through a comprehensive gallery of over 300 images,...

Stephanie Storey's Oil and Marble is a gripping art history thriller that brings the world of early 16th-century Florence to life. The novel explores the intense rivalry between two artistic giants,...

Michelangelo's final years were marked by both personal turmoil and creative triumph. As he approached his seventies, the renowned artist felt that his productive life was drawing to a close.However,...

Michelangelo's vision for a masterpiece was found in an unlikely source: a discarded block of marble.The story of how this hulking stone became a work of art is one of creativity and perseverance...

A Splendid Sin: A Renaissance Affair is a historical romance novel that explores the complex and often forbidden love between two men during the Renaissance. Against the backdrop of the Vatican...

The Films of Michelangelo Antonioni provides an in-depth look at the life and work of Italian director Michelangelo Antonioni. This study examines six of his most important films, including...

The Life of Michel Angelo by Giorgio Vasari is a seminal biography that offers unparalleled insight into the life and work of one of history's most renowned artists.Written in 1568, this influential...

Finn Ryan's life is turned upside down when she makes a groundbreaking discovery in her art history studies. A Michelangelo drawing of a dissected corpse has been uncovered, sparking a chain of...

Sonnets for Michelangelo is a collection of verse by Vittoria Colonna, one of the most published and lauded woman writers of early sixteenth-century Italy. First presented in manuscript form as a...

The Sistine Secrets: Uncovering Michelangelo's Hidden Messages Recent restoration work has revealed new insights into the frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. This book delves into the art and history of...

Michelangelo's final years were marked by both despair and creative rebirth. As he approached his seventies, the renowned artist felt that his productive life was drawing to a close. However, fate...

The Complete Poems of Michelangelo brings together the works of one of Italy's most renowned artists in a single collection. Written over 300 poems, many of which are devotional and mystical in...

Donatello, Michelangelo, Cellini Sculptor's Drawings from Renaissance Italy accompanies an important exhibition at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. This publication explores the practice of...

Marbles: Mania, Depression, Michelangelo and Me is an unflinching narrative about living with bipolar disorder. Ellen Forney's story explores the complex relationship between creativity and mental...

Tom's lost in time and so is his mischievous cat, Digby! Explore Michelangelo's Italy with this interactive book packed with fascinating facts and artwork. Discover an apprentice working on a...

The Renaissance Bazaar: From the Silk Road to Michelangelo by Jerry Brotton This groundbreaking book reimagines the Renaissance as a moment of global inclusiveness, revealing how Europe's contact...

Discover the incredible Vatican Museums, home to some of the world's most famous artworks. This unique guidebook takes you behind the scenes of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel and Raphael's frescoes,...

The dome atop St. Peter's Basilica, designed by Michelangelo, is fractured and threatened with collapse in 1742. Pope Benedict XIV summons three mathematicians to help save it from disaster. This...

Our Lady of the World's Fair brings to light a remarkable story of cultural diplomacy and artistic collaboration. In 1964, two influential leaders - Robert Moses and Francis Cardinal Spellman -...

Set against the backdrop of 16th-century Constantinople, this novel tells the story of a young Michelangelo, commissioned to design a bridge over the Golden Horn. The sultan's promise of immortality...

This collection brings together Michelangelo's poetry and letters in a unique and accessible format. The poems have been translated into modern English to make them easy to understand, while the...

The Ashmolean Museum's collection of drawings is one of the greatest treasures in the University of Oxford. It began spectacularly in 1843 with the purchase of a group of drawings by Raphael and...

Michelangelo's Life Drawings showcases 46 of his finest sketches and studies, spanning over six decades of artistic practice. These masterpieces demonstrate the artist's remarkable range and skill,...

Set against the backdrop of 16th-century Constantinople, Michelangelo's epic journey to design a bridge over the Golden Horn is a tale of art, politics and intrigue.In this gripping narrative, real...

Raphael brings to life one of history's most beloved artists. With beautiful reproductions of his works and engaging text, this book explores the charming and gentle soul behind the masterpieces...

Join Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Donatello as they defend their city against monsters, mutants, and danger. This novelization brings to life the adventures of the Teenage Mutant Ninja...

Renaissance Art: A Beginner's Guide by Tom Nichols explores the distinctive and influential European artistic culture of the 15th century. This engaging guide delves into the world of Renaissance...

Fat Cat Art brings together internet memes and classical art in a unique and humorous way. Svetlana Petrova's paintings feature her ginger-colored cat, Zarathustra, superimposed onto famous artworks...

The Ultimate Collection, Vol. 2 brings together the original stories of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, alongside insightful annotations from the co-creators. This special collection features...

This collection of new essays by leading film scholars explores Michelangelo Antonioni's enduring influence and legacy in European art cinema. The book engages with his ability to interpret and shape...

Benvenuto Cellini's autobiography is a vivid account of daily life in Renaissance Italy, offering a unique glimpse into the artist's world.The book chronicles Cellini's experiences as an...

Artistic Theory in Italy, 1450-1600 by Anthony Blunt explores the development of artistic thought during the Italian Renaissance. From Humanism to Mannerism, this book examines the key theories that...

The Renaissance: A Period of Great Artistic Change The Renaissance was a pivotal moment in European art history, marked by a renewed interest in classical styles and techniques. This period saw the...

Join Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Donatello as they defend their city against monsters, mutants, and danger. In this novelization based on Nickelodeon's Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja...

The Ugly Renaissance by Alexander Lee A fresh perspective on one of history's most fascinating periods. Historian Alexander Lee reveals the darker side of the Renaissance, where artistic brilliance...

The Italian Renaissance is a comprehensive overview of this pivotal period in history. Spanning an age marked by significant achievements in art and science, Dr. John Harold Plumb's narrative is...

The Geography of Genius: Lessons from the World's Most Creative PlacesEric Weiner's witty and entertaining journey takes you to some of the world's most innovative places, from ancient Athens to...

Villa Margon: A Renaissance Villa in the Trentino By Lupo Michelangelo and Li Hardcover, 2023, SKIRA RIZZOLI This beautifully illustrated book presents Villa Margon, a stunning example of Renaissance...

The Renaissance city of Florence was a hub of artistic and cultural innovation from 1400 to 1520. In this engaging account, Scott Nethersole explores the period known as the Early and High...

The IDW Collection Volume 1 brings together the complete Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stories in recommended reading order. This comprehensive collection includes one-shots, crossovers, and event...

Rome's most famous landmarks are often seen as timeless masterpieces, but who actually built them? This unique guide delves into the history and stories behind Rome's most iconic structures. By...

Brian Duffy was at the forefront of 'documentary' fashion photography in 1960s Swinging London. Alongside David Bailey and Terence Donovan, he helped revolutionize the industry with his unique style...

Letters of Note: Art celebrates extraordinary correspondence about art, from letters that express the agony of being overlooked to those that reveal the ecstasy of creating work that excites. This...

Caravaggio and Bernini: Early Baroque in RomeThis book explores the artistic revolution that took place in Rome in the early 17th century, a period marked by significant innovation and collaboration...

A deeply personal and moving exploration of the late work of 19 major artists, Immortal Thoughts: Late Style in a Time of Plague is a poignant reflection on the common threads that run through their...

Giorgio Vasari's Lives of the Artists brings together the stories of eight pivotal figures in Italian painting and sculpture from the Renaissance period. This single-volume edition features...

Blow-Up And Other Stories by Julio Cortázar is a collection of fifteen stories that explore the intersection of everyday life and the mysterious. This paperback edition brings together some of...

Drawing Acts explores the significance of drawing as both an art form and an act. By examining the making of drawings, David Rosand uncovers the meaning in the lines of the draftsman and the...

Caravaggio 75 Colour Plates by Richard Donaldson is a collection of 75 selected colour plates from the paintings of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. The artist's innovative use of light and shadow,...

Florence in the Time of the Medici by E. R. Chamberlin offers a captivating glimpse into one of Italy's most beautiful cities during the height of the Renaissance. This engaging history explores how...

Pizza Party! is a fun and action-packed Step 2 Reader featuring Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This leveled reader uses basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories,...

A fascinating collection of stories from gay men and women throughout history. This book brings together over eighty individuals from every continent, showcasing their lives and experiences in a way...

Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most iconic artworks. Splat! takes you on a journey through the lives and struggles of the artists who created them, from the Renaissance...

Rome in 1960 is a charming introduction to the city's history and culture. Miroslav Sasek's vibrant illustrations bring to life the sights, sounds, and experiences of modern Rome, from its famous...

On Creativity and the Unconscious brings together Freud's important essays on various expressions of creativity, including art, literature, love, dreams, and spirituality. This diverse collection...

Benvenuto Cellini's autobiography is a vivid portrait of life in 16th-century Italy, revealing the complexities and contradictions of its rulers and subjects. Written with supreme powers of invective...

Marsilio Ficino's Commentary on Plato's Symposium on Love is a profound exploration of love and its place in the natural world. In this work, Ficino draws upon the ideas of Plato to create a vision...

The visual image plays a central role in both cinema and painting. This book explores how filmmakers have used pictorial sources to shape their films and comment on various themes, including the...

Splat! brings together the most exciting artists in history, showcasing their lives and works in an engaging and accessible way. From the Renaissance to contemporary art, this book covers key events...

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been a beloved pop-culture phenomenon since their comics debut in 1984. This collection brings together stories from across the decades, showcasing the...

Walter Pater's Renaissance Studies in Art and Poetry is a seminal work that ignited impassioned debates about art and aesthetics. In this vibrant prose, Pater explores the creations of luminaries...

The Secret Mind of Art invites readers to explore the mysteries of Western art. This book takes you on a transformative journey through significant works from the European tradition, starting with...

The Lives of the Artists by Giorgio Vasari is a comprehensive collection of biographical accounts that explores the development of Renaissance art. Spanning over 500 years, the book delves into the...

The Business A Novel by Iain Banks A nearly omnipotent enterprise with a shrouded past, The Business is a transglobal corporation that has amassed vast riches and power. Its true business remains...

Giuliana Bruno's Atlas of Emotion is a groundbreaking cultural history that explores how we experience the world through art, film, and architecture. By mapping the connections between sight, site,...

The Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects by Giorgio Vasari is a foundational work in art historical scholarship. First published in 1550, this influential book offers a...

Discover the enduring artistic heritage of the Catholic faith. For centuries, artists have found inspiration in the Catholic tradition, creating masterpieces that reflect the truth and goodness of...

Art has long been about taking and reworking existing ideas. In fact, some of the most innovative art comes from borrowing and reinterpreting what's already out there. This provocative survey...

Rome by Robert Hughes is a vivid and insightful biography of one of the world's most glorious cities. Spanning almost a thousand years, this book takes readers on a journey through Rome's...

Anatomy Lessons From the Great Masters 100 Great Figure Drawings Analyzed This comprehensive guide to drawing the human form is based on the work of renowned artistic anatomy teachers. It presents...

Drawing Basics and Video Game Art: A Comprehensive Guide to Artistic Techniques for Winning Video Game Design This book explores the connections between classical art and video games, enabling...

The Medici: A History of Power and Ambition Paul Strathern's vivid account of the Medici family is a dramatic and authoritative exploration of one of Italy's most influential families. Against the...

How Art Is Made explores the creative processes behind some of the world's most iconic works of art. This book delves into the techniques and materials used by artists across different eras and...

Little Journeys To The Homes Of Eminent Painters by Elbert Hubbard offers a unique glimpse into the lives and environments of some of history's most celebrated artists. This collection of essays...

European Art of the Sixteenth Century by Stefano Zuffi is a comprehensive volume that explores the artistic styles and innovations of the 16th century. During this period, humanist values and...

Discover the artworks that vanished into history. Over 50 masterpieces, including the Mona Lisa and Starry Night, were stolen and never recovered. This intriguing investigation uncovers the stories...

The Invention of Art: A Cultural History by Larry E. Shiner explores the development of art as we know it today, from its early beginnings to the emergence of fine art in the Western world.Shiner...

The Italian Line's majestic ocean liners were a testament to Italy's post-war resurgence. Named after the country's most revered Renaissance masters, these vessels boasted unparalleled size and...

Gabriel Allon, master art restorer and assassin, returns in a gripping novel. Following his secret war against a terrorist mastermind, Gabriel is summoned to Rome by his friend Monsignor Luigi...

Using carefully drawn line illustrations of famous masterpieces, Art Studio takes you on an inspiring world tour. You can try your hand at replicating the originals or applying slightly different...

The Sistine Chapel: A History and Legacy of the World's Most Famous Chapel The Sistine Chapel has been one of the most iconic landmarks in Rome for centuries, its stunning artwork and rich history...

An Atlas of Anatomy for Artists by Fritz Schider, Max Auerbach and Adolf K. Placzek is a comprehensive reference work that has been recognised as the most thorough study aid on art anatomy for over...

The Caravaggio Conspiracy by Alex Connor A centuries-old secret is about to be uncovered in this gripping thriller. In 1608, Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio was expelled from the Order of the...

Discover how art and faith intersect in this thought-provoking exploration of the lives of celebrated artists. Russ Ramsey delves into the world of art history, biblical study, philosophy, and human...

What Art Is by Arthur C. Danto is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of art. Renowned author and critic Danto challenges the idea that art is an indefinable concept, instead arguing that...

The Embodied Image explores how artistic and architectural effects are evoked through poeticised images. These images become part of our experiences, influencing how we perceive and interact with...

When Hitler's armies occupied Italy in 1943, they also seized control of mankind's greatest cultural treasures. As they had done throughout Europe, the Nazis could now plunder the masterpieces of the...

The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy by Jacob Burckhardt In the 19th century, Swiss historian Jacob Burckhardt saw the Italian Renaissance as a pivotal moment in the creation of the modern...

Experimental Drawing: 30th Anniversary Edition Robert Kaupelis's comprehensive guide to pushing the boundaries of traditional drawing. This book offers a unique blend of techniques and exercises,...

A stunning collection of masterpieces from one of America's most renowned museums is showcased in this deluxe volume. Celebrating 50 years since its founding, the Kimbell Art Museum presents its...