ISBN: 9781333035372 - sculpture, renaissance and modern (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an introduction to Renaissance and modern sculpture. It takes a chronological approach, starting with early Christian art and ending with contemporary sculpture. The author explores the development of sculpture within its historical and cultural context, providing valuable insights into the ideas and techniques used by sculptors throughout history. The book is divided into three parts. Part I covers the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, focusing on the work of Niccola and Giovanni Pisano and their followers. The author traces the origins of Renaissance sculpture in the Italian Gothic period, as well as the influence of classical sculpture on early Renaissance artists. Part II examines the fifteenth, sixteenth, and seventeenth centuries, a period of great artistic achievement. The author discusses the work of such celebrated sculptors as Donatello, Michelangelo, and Bernini, exploring the development of new techniques and the emergence of new themes and styles. Part III surveys the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, a period of transition and experimentation. The author traces the rise of Neoclassicism and Romanticism in sculpture, as well as the influence of new materials and technologies on artistic practice. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of sculpture. The author's clear and engaging writing style makes it accessible to both students and general readers alike. The book is also well-illustrated, providing numerous examples of the works discussed. 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.…