Life and Works of Michelangelo Buonarroti (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428628045)

The book ""Life and Works of Michelangelo Buonarroti"" by Charles Heath Wilson is a comprehensive study of the life and artistic works of the famous Italian artist Michelangelo Buonarroti. The book begins with an introduction to Michelangelo's early life and upbringing in Florence, Italy, and goes on to explore his artistic training and development as a sculptor, painter, and architect.The author provides a detailed analysis of Michelangelo's most famous works, including the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the David sculpture, and the Medici Chapel, among others. The book also examines Michelangelo's personal life, including his relationships with patrons, friends, and family members.Throughout the book, Wilson provides insights into Michelangelo's artistic techniques and style, as well as his impact on the art world of his time and beyond. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and reproductions of Michelangelo's works, making it a valuable resource for art historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the life and works of this iconic artist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles Heath Wilson
ISBN-10: 1428628045
ISBN-13: 9781428628045
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/08/2006
Pages: 648
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.43d