Rembrandt's Eyes
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Simon Schama's Rembrandt's Eyes presents a monumental biography of the Dutch master, Rembrandt van Rijn, placing his artistic genius within the vibrant tapestry of 17th-century Holland. This compelling work chronicles the artist's tumultuous life, from his early triumphs to his later struggles, illustrating how his personal experiences shaped his iconic paintings and etchings. Schama uncovers the intricate social, political, and economic forces that defined the Dutch Golden Age, providing a rich backdrop for understanding Rembrandt's revolutionary vision. The narrative offers a profound examination of the artist's innovative techniques and his enduring impact on Western art. It argues for Rembrandt's unparalleled ability to capture the human condition with profound psychological depth.
Author: Simon Schama
Format: Hardback
Published: 1999, Allen Lane/Penguin Group (Aust.) Ltd., Ringwood Vic
Condition remarks:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Simon Schama's Rembrandt's Eyes presents a monumental biography of the Dutch master, Rembrandt van Rijn, placing his artistic genius within the vibrant tapestry of 17th-century Holland. This compelling work chronicles the artist's tumultuous life, from his early triumphs to his later struggles, illustrating how his personal experiences shaped his iconic paintings and etchings. Schama uncovers the intricate social, political, and economic forces that defined the Dutch Golden Age, providing a rich backdrop for understanding Rembrandt's revolutionary vision. The narrative offers a profound examination of the artist's innovative techniques and his enduring impact on Western art. It argues for Rembrandt's unparalleled ability to capture the human condition with profound psychological depth.