Michelangelo Complete Works: Paintings Sculptures Architecture Hardcover by Frank Zöllner Christof Thoenes 2022

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ISBN-13: 9783836586122 Genre: Art ISBN-10: 3836586126 Number of Pages: 480 Pages Item Height: 1.6 in brand: Taschen Item Width: 10.4 in gtin13: 9783836586122 Intended Audience: Trade Synopsis: Before reaching the tender age of 30, Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) had already sculpted Pietà and David, two of the most famous sculptures in the entire history of art. As a sculptor, painter, draftsman, and architect, the achievements of this Italian master are unique- no artist before or after him has ever produced such a vast, multifaceted, and wide-ranging oeuvre . This fresh TASCHEN edition traces Michelangelo's ascent to the cultural elite of the Renaissance. Ten richly illustrated chapters cover the artist's paintings, sculptures, and architecture, including a close analysis of the artist's tour de force frescoes in the Sistine Chapel . Full-page reproductions and enlarged details allow readers to appreciate the finest details in the artist's repertoire, while the book's biographical essay considers Michelangelo's more personal traits and circumstances, such as his solitary nature, his thirst for money and commissions, his immense wealth, and his skill as a property investor., This XL edition traces the extraordinary depth and breadth of Michelangelo's work and his ascent to the elite of the Renaissance and art history. Ten richly illustrated chapters cover the artist's paintings, sculptures, and architecture, with special focus on the tour de force frescoes of the Sistine Chapel., Before reaching the tender age of 30, Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) had already sculpted Pietà and David , two of the most famous sculptures in the entire history of art. As a sculptor, painter, draftsman, and architect, the achievements of this Italian master are unique--no artist before or after him has ever produced such a vast, multifaceted, and wide-ranging oeuvre. This fresh TASCHEN edition traces Michelangelo's ascent to the cultural elite of the Renaissance. Ten richly illustrated chapters cover the artist's paintings, sculptures, and architecture, including a close analysis of the artist's tour de force frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Full-page reproductions and enlarged details allow readers to appreciate the finest details in the artist's repertoire, while the book's biographical essay considers Michelangelo's more personal traits and circumstances, such as his solitary nature, his thirst for money and commissions, his immense wealth, and his skill as a property investor. Language: English Publisher: Taschen Format: Hardcover LC Classification Number: N6923.B9 Item Length: 13.7 in Publication Year: 2022 Reviews: If a visit to the Sistine Chapel is not on the cards, this magnificent book is the next best thing... Item Weight: 125.6 Oz Illustrator: Yes Topic: Individual Artists / Monographs, General, History / Renaissance Book Title: Michelangelo. the Complete Works. Paintings, Sculptures, Architecture Author: Frank Zöllner, Christof Thoenes

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Michelangelo : The Complete Works: Paintings, Sculptures, Architecture, Hardcover by Zöllner, Frank; Thoenes, Christof, ISBN 3836586126, ISBN-13 9783836586122, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US

Before reaching the tender age of 30, Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475–1564) had already sculpted Pietà and David, two of the most famous sculptures in the entire history of art. As a sculptor, painter, draftsman, and architect, the achievements of this Italian master are unique—no artist before or after him has ever produced such a vast, multifaceted, and wide-ranging œuvre.

This fresh TASCHEN edition traces Michelangelo’s ascent to the cultural elite of the Renaissance. Ten richly illustrated chapters cover the artist’s paintings, sculptures, and architecture, including a close analysis of the artist’s tour de force frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Full-page reproductions and enlarged details allow readers to appreciate the finest details in the artist’s repertoire, while th’s biographical essay considers Michelangelo’s more personal traits and circumstances, such as his solitary nature, his thirst for money and commissions, his immense wealth, and his skill as a property investor.

  1. This stunning hardcover is a must-have for any art lover! Packed with breathtaking reproductions of Michelangelo's masterpieces, from the Sistine Chapel to David, it offers incredible detail and insightful commentary. The high-quality images and thorough research make you feel like you're standing in front of the originals. Perfect for coffee table display or deep study, this comprehensive volume does justice to the Renaissance genius. The like-new condition and free shipping are just the cherry on top!

    Nathalie de Martin