Michelangelo Masterpieces: Paintings, Sculptures & Architecture by Frank Zöllner & Christof Thoenes (2017 Hardcover)-image
Michelangelo Masterpieces: Paintings, Sculptures & Architecture by Frank Zöllner & Christof Thoenes (2017 Hardcover)-image

Michelangelo Masterpieces: Paintings, Sculptures & Architecture by Frank Zöllner & Christof Thoenes (2017 Hardcover)

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Intended Audience: Trade LC Classification Number: N6923.B9 Illustrator: Yes Item Width: 5.9 in Author: Frank Zöllner, Christof Thoenes Language: English Publisher: Taschen Book Title: Michelangelo. Paintings, Sculptures and Architecture Reviews: If a visit to the Sistine Chapel is not on the cards, this magnificent book is the next best thing... Genre: Art, Biography & Autobiography Number of Pages: 604 Pages Topic: Sculpture & Installation, Individual Artists / General, Individual Artists / Monographs, Artists, Architects, Photographers, History / Renaissance brand: Taschen Item Weight: 44.7 Oz Item Length: 8 in Item Height: 1.3 in Synopsis: Michelangelo was a genius of unrivaled virtuosity. This dependable edition traces the extraordinary depth and breadth of his work and his ascent to the elite of the Renaissance and art history with ten richly illustrated chapters covering 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., Before reaching the tender age of 30, Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) had already sculpted Piet 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., Before reaching the tender age of 30, Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) had already sculpted Piet 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. About the series Bibliotheca Universalis -- Compact cultural companions celebrating the eclectic TASCHEN universe Publication Year: 2017 Format: Hardcover gtin13: 9783836537162 LCCN: 2018-304236 ISBN-10: 3836537168 ISBN-13: 9783836537162

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Further Details Title: Michelangelo. Paintings, Sculptures and Architecture Condition: New Format: Hardback ISBN-10: 3836537168 Author: Christof Thoenes, Frank Zöllner EAN: 9783836537162 ISBN: 9783836537162 Publisher: Taschen GmbH Release Date: 04/25/2017 Description: 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 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. Genre: Arts & Photography Language: English Item Height: 195mm Item Length: 140mm Item Weight: 1185g Series: Bibliotheca Universalis Country/Region of Manufacture: DE Release Year: 2017 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

  1. Absolutely stunning hardcover collection! The high-quality reproductions and insightful commentary truly bring Michelangelo's genius to life. A must-have for any art lover's library.

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