Isbn: 9780243906901 - Breve Raguaglio Del Funerale Fatto Al Sereniss. Vincenzo, Che Fù Duca Di Mantoua, E Di Monferrato, Dal Sereniss. Signor Duca Carlo I, Suo Zio E ... Il Dì 18, Di Febraro 1628 (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book concerns a funerary commemoration of Vincenzo II Gonzaga, Duke of Mantua and illustrates the grandeur of a significant Renaissance-era noble family. The author describes the elaborate and impressive arrangements, focusing on the allegorical representations of the Luna motif, which symbolised Vincenzo II. Through the use of poetry, heraldry, and symbolism, the author presents a fascinating insight into the cultural and artistic practices of the time. The extravagant nature of the event reflects the power and prestige of the Gonzaga family, and showcases the ingenuity and talent of their court artists and designers. The book highlights the importance of public displays of mourning and remembrance, and offers a glimpse into the private lives and emotions of the ruling class during the Renaissance period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…