Florence

Name: Florence
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781631910012
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The Paintings & Frescoes, 1250-1743

By Ross King and Anja Grebe

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Florence by Ross King and Anja Grebe delves into the rich tapestry of Florence's history and culture, celebrating the city's artistic legacy. The book pairs stunning illustrations with insightful narratives, exploring the lives and works of iconic artists who shaped the Renaissance era. It's a vibrant journey through one of Italy's most influential cities, offering a deep appreciation for its enduring impact on art and architecture.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by the vibrant tapestry of art and culture, as it delves deep into the rich history and artistic splendour of an iconic city. Ideal for art enthusiasts and cultural explorers, it offers a comprehensive journey through architecture, painting, and sculpture, vividly bringing to life the artistic achievements that have defined a remarkable era.

This is the most comprehensive book on the paintings and frescoes of Florence ever undertaken, with more than 2,000 beautifully reproduced artworks from the city's great museums and churches-produced in the same manner as BD&L's The Louvre and The Vatican.

Description

Every painted work that is on display in the Uffizi Gallery, The Pitti Palace, the Accademia, and the Duomo is included in the book, plus many or most of the works from 28 of the city's other magnificent museums and churches.

The research and text are by Ross King (best-selling author), Anja Grebe (author of The Louvre and The Vatican), Cristina Acidini (former Superintendent of the public museums of Florence), and Msgr. Timothy Verdon (Director of the artworks for the Archdiocese of Florence).

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Florence by Ross King and Anja Grebe is praised as an art lover's dream, featuring nearly 2,000 images that cover the rich artistic heritage of Florence. It is described as offering a virtual tour that rivals visiting the city itself, with comprehensive insights into Florentine politics, culture, and history. The book is also highlighted as a stunning coffee-table addition with its lavish, full-colour presentation.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781631910012

Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 November 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc

Illustration: Illustrated throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 58.0mm

Width: 282.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

Weight: 4194g

Pages: 696

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Anja Grebe Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Ross King

About the Author

Ross King is the author of the bestselling Brunelleschi's Dome and Michelangelo & the Pope's Ceiling, as well as the novels Ex-Libris and Domino. He lives in England, near Oxford.

Anja Grebe teaches art history at the University of Erlangen- Nuremberg/Germany. She is taking part in numerous international research projects and exhibitions and has published extensively on medieval and modern art history. Grebe is the author of The Louvre: All the Paintings and The Vatican: All the Paintings. She lives in Erlangen, Germany.