Bernard Berenson And The Twentieth Century
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: Mary Ann Calo
Binding: Paperback
Published: Temple University Press., 1994
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This biographical work chronicles the life and profound influence of a pivotal figure in art history, Bernard Berenson, against the backdrop of the tumultuous twentieth century. It presents a comprehensive account of his rise as a preeminent art critic and connoisseur, detailing his groundbreaking methodologies for attributing Renaissance art. The narrative illustrates how Berenson shaped the understanding and collection of European masterpieces, impacting both academic discourse and the private art market. Calo's meticulous research uncovers the complexities of his personal and professional relationships, offering a nuanced portrait of a man whose intellectual contributions continue to resonate. This insightful volume examines the cultural currents that defined an era, seen through the lens of one of its most discerning observers.
Author: Mary Ann Calo
Binding: Paperback
Published: Temple University Press., 1994
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This biographical work chronicles the life and profound influence of a pivotal figure in art history, Bernard Berenson, against the backdrop of the tumultuous twentieth century. It presents a comprehensive account of his rise as a preeminent art critic and connoisseur, detailing his groundbreaking methodologies for attributing Renaissance art. The narrative illustrates how Berenson shaped the understanding and collection of European masterpieces, impacting both academic discourse and the private art market. Calo's meticulous research uncovers the complexities of his personal and professional relationships, offering a nuanced portrait of a man whose intellectual contributions continue to resonate. This insightful volume examines the cultural currents that defined an era, seen through the lens of one of its most discerning observers.