Architecture and development of Rome, sculpture and painting, and various forms of small art objects/handiwork;
Comprehensive and well organized outline of the evolution of the city from its earliest history;
Explanation of historical periods by means of Roman masterpieces;
Numerous references to the wider European context.
Rome Preserves a Legacy of Artists from almost every Era and Epoch:
This magnificently appointed volume leads you through the incalculable cultural treasures of the Eternal City, impressively documenting the development of Rome from its beginnings as Romulus’s village to the seat of the powerful papacy.
Rome: Art & Architecture unfolds the magnificent panorama of the Eternal City, long recognized as the cultural capital of Europe, before the readers’ eyes. Even into the twentieth century, artists from every corner of the globe were magically drawn to Rome,
which served as their model and inspiration.
The great epochs of occidental art are introduced, with the myriad masterpieces that have been created here serving as illustrations. The city is home to an inexhaustible supply of treasures from every area of the fine arts. Readers can follow the development of Rome and its artworks throughout the centuries; indeed, the course of Western civilization is reflected in the history of this monumental city.
Format:
312 x 270 mm, 680 pp., 800+ illus., hardcover with dust jacket
Anul apariţiei:
2004
fond special / librărie / colecţie particulară / anticariat /
