Being Bernard Berenson: A Biography
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: Meryle Secrest
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Meryle Secrest's Being Bernard Berenson: A Biography chronicles the extraordinary life of the influential art critic and connoisseur. This compelling narrative uncovers Berenson's rise from humble beginnings to become a pivotal figure in the art world, shaping tastes and authenticating masterpieces. The text presents a detailed portrait of his intellectual prowess, complex personal relationships, and the controversies that often surrounded his career. It illustrates the intricate dynamics of art acquisition and scholarship during a transformative era, offering readers an intimate look at the man behind the legend.
Author: Meryle Secrest
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Meryle Secrest's Being Bernard Berenson: A Biography chronicles the extraordinary life of the influential art critic and connoisseur. This compelling narrative uncovers Berenson's rise from humble beginnings to become a pivotal figure in the art world, shaping tastes and authenticating masterpieces. The text presents a detailed portrait of his intellectual prowess, complex personal relationships, and the controversies that often surrounded his career. It illustrates the intricate dynamics of art acquisition and scholarship during a transformative era, offering readers an intimate look at the man behind the legend.