The Treasures of Michelangelo - Hardcover

Wallace, William E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0233002537 ISBN 13: 9780233002538

Publisher: Andre Deutsch Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

62pp, inc. many coloured plates, loose illus & documents in pockets, laminated board in matching slipcase, landscape 4to

About this title

Synopsis:

Michelangelo is one of the best-documented artists of all time. In addition to the famous works in sculpture, painting and architecture, Michelangelo was an accomplished poet, draftsman and correspondent, having written over 300 poems, numerous letters and personal and professional records. This wealth of information offers a fresh perspective on the artist's life and his relations with his family, friends, patrons and professional associates. The life of such a fascinating individual is prey to embellishment. Romantic interpretations of Michelangelo's art and life abound, and he continues to be a figure obscured by myth. This fascinating book offers a vivid portrait of an exceptional yet deeply human individual and the remarkable times in which he lived.

About the Author:

William E Wallace, currently the Barbara Murphy Bryant Distinguished Professor of Art History at Washington University in St Louis is an internationally recognized authority on Michelangelo. He has published extensively on Renaissance art; and is the author or editor of four different books on Michelangelo, including the award-winning Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture, Painting and Architecture (1998), and Michelangelo at San Lorenzo: The Genius as Entrepreneur (1994).

About this edition

• Publisher: Andre Deutsch Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0233002537
• ISBN 13: 9780233002538
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 66