The Visconti Hours: Biblioteca Nazionale, Florence
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Millard Meiss And Edith W. Kirsch
Binding: Hardback
Published: Thames and Hudson London, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor wear on slipcase. Faded spine.
The volume The Visconti Hours presents a magnificent journey into the opulent world of medieval illumination, showcasing one of the most exquisite examples of Gothic art. This work chronicles the creation and artistic significance of the renowned manuscript, illustrating its intricate miniatures and rich iconography. It uncovers the historical context surrounding the Visconti family and their patronage, detailing the masterful techniques employed by its anonymous artists. The text provides a comprehensive analysis of the manuscript's artistic evolution and its enduring legacy in the history of book art.
Author: Millard Meiss And Edith W. Kirsch
Binding: Hardback
Published: Thames and Hudson London, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor wear on slipcase. Faded spine.
The volume The Visconti Hours presents a magnificent journey into the opulent world of medieval illumination, showcasing one of the most exquisite examples of Gothic art. This work chronicles the creation and artistic significance of the renowned manuscript, illustrating its intricate miniatures and rich iconography. It uncovers the historical context surrounding the Visconti family and their patronage, detailing the masterful techniques employed by its anonymous artists. The text provides a comprehensive analysis of the manuscript's artistic evolution and its enduring legacy in the history of book art.