Giovanni Pisano: Sculptor
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Michael Ayrton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Thames and Hudson, 1969
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling art history volume presents a comprehensive study of the medieval Italian sculptor Giovanni Pisano, whose innovative work profoundly influenced the development of Gothic art. Michael Ayrton, a renowned artist and writer himself, chronicles Pisano's life and artistic evolution, detailing his masterpieces in Pisa, Siena, and Pistoia. The text uncovers the sculptor's unique blend of classical and Gothic styles, illustrating his dramatic narrative power and emotional intensity. Readers gain insight into the historical context of 13th and 14th-century Italian art, understanding Pisano's pivotal role in shaping the visual landscape of his era. Ayrton’s authoritative prose offers a vivid portrait of an artistic genius, making Giovanni Pisano: Sculptor an essential read for enthusiasts of medieval art and sculpture.
Author: Michael Ayrton
Binding: Hardback
Published: Thames and Hudson, 1969
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling art history volume presents a comprehensive study of the medieval Italian sculptor Giovanni Pisano, whose innovative work profoundly influenced the development of Gothic art. Michael Ayrton, a renowned artist and writer himself, chronicles Pisano's life and artistic evolution, detailing his masterpieces in Pisa, Siena, and Pistoia. The text uncovers the sculptor's unique blend of classical and Gothic styles, illustrating his dramatic narrative power and emotional intensity. Readers gain insight into the historical context of 13th and 14th-century Italian art, understanding Pisano's pivotal role in shaping the visual landscape of his era. Ayrton’s authoritative prose offers a vivid portrait of an artistic genius, making Giovanni Pisano: Sculptor an essential read for enthusiasts of medieval art and sculpture.