Rome: The Golden Centuries
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.69 (791 Votes) |
Asin | : | 3848003155 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 352 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-02-03 |
Language | : | English |
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He teaches at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. . About the Author Marco Bussagli is an Italian art historian
. He teaches at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome. Marco Bussagli is an Italian art historian
For this book, editor Marco Bussagli gathered a group of renowned archaeologists and art historians to author various sections. The city is home to an inexhaustible supply of treasures from every area of the fine arts. Rome: The Golden Centuries unfolds the magnificent panorama of the Eternal City, long recognized as the cultural capital of Europe, before the readers’ eyes. 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. 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 i
"Rome: The Golden Centuries" - give one to your best friend who loves Rome and keep one for yourself! J. S. K. This magnificent book makes a great gift to any lover of Rome and offers useful history as well as beautiful images.