Lives of the Most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects, Vol. 01 (of 10)

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Author Vasari, Giorgio, 1511-1574
Translator De Vere, Gaston du C.
Title Lives of the Most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects, Vol. 01 (of 10)
Cimabue to Agnolo Gaddi
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Summary "Lives of the Most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects, Vol. 01 (of 10)" by Giorgio Vasari is a historical account written in the 16th century. This work serves as a comprehensive biographical compendium of significant figures in art, specifically focusing on painters, sculptors, and architects from the Italian Renaissance. Vasari provides rich details about their lives, their contributions to art, and the historical context in which they worked, making it a vital reference for understanding the development of artistic practices during this influential period. The opening of the text introduces readers to the purpose and significance of the work, emphasizing Vasari's intent to preserve the names and achievements of artisans whose talents have contributed to the arts of painting, sculpture, and architecture. Vasari discusses the value of these craftsmen’s contributions not only in terms of artistic output but also their role in elevating the cultural status of Italy. The early sections include dedications that highlight Vasari's reverence for his patrons and predecessors while setting the stage for the detailed biographies that follow, starting with Cimabue and aimed at showcasing the revival of arts that occurred in his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class N: Fine Arts
Subject Artists -- Italy -- Biography
Subject Art, Italian
Category Text
EBook-No. 25326
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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