Civic Sculpture In The Renaissance: Montorsoli's Fountains At Messina
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Sheila Ffolliott
Binding: Hardback
Published: UMI Research Press, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: minor dust marks to external cover and spine; white out on top of first inside page; signed by previous owner
This academic work presents a meticulous examination of Renaissance art history, focusing on the monumental civic sculptures created by Montorsoli. It chronicles the intricate details and artistic significance of his fountains in Messina, offering a comprehensive analysis of their design, construction, and cultural impact. The text uncovers the political and social contexts that shaped these magnificent public works, illustrating their role in the urban landscape of the period. Readers will gain a profound understanding of Montorsoli's artistic vision and the broader trends in Renaissance sculpture. This scholarly volume argues for the enduring legacy of these architectural and sculptural achievements.
Author: Sheila Ffolliott
Binding: Hardback
Published: UMI Research Press, 1984
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: minor dust marks to external cover and spine; white out on top of first inside page; signed by previous owner
This academic work presents a meticulous examination of Renaissance art history, focusing on the monumental civic sculptures created by Montorsoli. It chronicles the intricate details and artistic significance of his fountains in Messina, offering a comprehensive analysis of their design, construction, and cultural impact. The text uncovers the political and social contexts that shaped these magnificent public works, illustrating their role in the urban landscape of the period. Readers will gain a profound understanding of Montorsoli's artistic vision and the broader trends in Renaissance sculpture. This scholarly volume argues for the enduring legacy of these architectural and sculptural achievements.