Gayford, Martin

Venice: City of Pictures

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ISBN 13:: 9780500022665
author:: Gayford, Martin
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Thames & Hudson Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 464
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 15.3 centimetres (1.18 kg
Genre:: History, Europe, Italy,
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 10 working days

£23.03

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Discover the captivating story of Venice, a city renowned for its breathtaking art and rich history. From the Renaissance to the present day, this elegant volume takes you on a visual journey through the city's past five centuries.

Explore the city's unique artistic heritage, featuring some of the most influential artists of all time, including the Bellini brothers, Carpaccio, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese. You'll also encounter the works of native artists like Canaletto and Guardi, as well as international masters such as J. M. W. Turner, Claude Monet, and John Singer Sargent.

But Venice's artistic appeal extends far beyond its past. The city remains a hub of creative activity, hosting the prestigious Venice Biennale and attracting artists and art lovers from around the world. With its unique blend of tradition and innovation, Venice continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day.

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