Tiepolo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163820230)

Tiepolo by Valentino Crivellato is a comprehensive book that explores the life and works of the famous Italian painter, Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. The book features a detailed biography of Tiepolo, tracing his life from his birth in Venice in 1696 to his death in Madrid in 1770. It also examines his artistic career, including his early works, his rise to fame as a painter of frescoes and ceiling decorations, and his later years in Spain.The book is richly illustrated with over 200 images of Tiepolo's paintings, drawings, and prints, providing a visual journey through his artistic development. The images are accompanied by insightful commentary and analysis, exploring the themes, techniques, and artistic innovations that Tiepolo introduced to the art world.In addition to the biography and analysis of Tiepolo's art, the book also discusses the historical and cultural context in which he worked. It explores the political and social climate of 18th-century Europe, the role of the Catholic Church in promoting art, and the influence of other artists on Tiepolo's work.Overall, Tiepolo by Valentino Crivellato is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of one of the greatest painters of the 18th century. It is a beautifully designed and well-written book that offers a comprehensive and insightful look at Tiepolo's life, art, and legacy.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: Valentino Crivellato
ISBN-10: 1163820237
ISBN-13: 9781163820230
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 108
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.22d