Publisher's Synopsis
The Manual of Italian Renaissance Sculpture as Illustrated in the Collection of Casts at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is a comprehensive guide to the Italian Renaissance period's sculpture. The book was written by Benjamin Ives Gilman and was published in 1904. The book is a detailed account of the collection of casts at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, which includes some of the most famous sculptures of the Italian Renaissance period. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Italian Renaissance sculpture. The first section provides an introduction to the Italian Renaissance period and its art. The second section covers the techniques and materials used in Italian Renaissance sculpture. The third section focuses on the major artists of the period, including Donatello, Michelangelo, and Bernini. The fourth section provides a detailed analysis of the sculptures in the collection of casts at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, including information on their history, style, and significance. The book is illustrated with photographs of the sculptures, as well as detailed drawings and diagrams. Overall, the Manual of Italian Renaissance Sculpture is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art and history of the Italian Renaissance period.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.
