9781330603482 - Raphael, Vol. 2 of 2: His Life and Works; With Particular Reference to Recently Discovered Records, and an Exhaustive Study of Extant Drawings and Pictures (Classic... (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores Raphael's life and works within the Renaissance artistic context, particularly his rivalry with Michelangelo as they both worked for Pope Julius II. The author details Raphael's progression from his early career in Florence to his arrival at the papal court, the commissions he received, his workshop practices, and his innovations and adaptations of traditional artistic styles. The book also delves into the ways in which Raphael was influenced by ancient Greek and Roman art and how he combined these influences with the Christian subject matter of his work. Through a close examination of his most significant paintings, including the "Disputa" and the "School of Athens," the book offers insights into Raphael's mastery of pictorial composition and his profound understanding of human character. 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.