Divine Michelangelo: Homage on His Death in 1564 (Florentine Academy) - Hardcover

Divine Michelangelo: Homage on His Death in 1564 Book by Wittkower

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice older book in good condition. Some light tanning due to age. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 1964, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Divine Michelangelo: Homage on His Death in 1564 is a comprehensive examination of the memorial service held for the renowned artist Michelangelo in July 1564, at the Church of San Lorenzo in Florence. Organised by the members of the newly established Florentine Academy of Design, this event marked a significant moment in art history as it was the first time an artist received such an honour. The elaborate preparations, the ceremony itself, and the intricate decorations are beautifully documented in a rare booklet, now reprinted in facsimile, complete with an annotated translation.In this engaging study, Rudolf and Margot Wittkower delve into the implications of Michelangelo's obsequies, exploring the political landscape of art during this time and the artists? quest for ongoing patronage from the Medici family. The authors address various questions surrounding the memorial that have not previously been thoroughly investigated. They attempt to reconstruct the catafalque and decorations used during the funeral, contributing valuable new insights into the events following the master?s death.Professor Rudolf Wittkower, who serves as Chairman of the Department of Art History and Archaeology at Columbia University in New York, enriches this work with his expertise, offering a detailed perspective on the cultural and artistic significance of Michelangelo?s memorial. The book includes 29 illustrations, further enhancing the reader?s understanding of the intricate relationship between art and politics in Renaissance Florence. Artikel-Nr. Batch-FM702-G-14256

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