Guide To The Principal Pictures In The Academy Of Fine Arts At Venice (1877)

von John Ruskin

60 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Guide to the Principal Pictures in the Academy of Fine Arts at Venice"" is a book written by John Ruskin and published in 1877. The book is a detailed guide to the paintings displayed in the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice, Italy. Ruskin was a prominent art critic of his time and his guide provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the artworks in the museum.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the collection. Ruskin provides descriptions of the paintings, their history, and their significance in the art world. He also includes his personal opinions on the artworks and their creators.Ruskin's writing is highly detailed and informative, making the book an invaluable resource for art enthusiasts, students, and scholars. His descriptions of the paintings are accompanied by sketches and illustrations, adding to the reader's understanding and appreciation of the works.Overall, ""Guide to the Principal Pictures in the Academy of Fine Arts at Venice"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the masterpieces housed in the Academy of Fine Arts in Venice. Ruskin's insightful commentary and detailed analysis of the paintings make this book a timeless classic in the world of art literature.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.

• Themen: Kunst Themen und Techniken Ausstellungskataloge, Museumskataloge und Sammlungen
• ISBN: 9781436863858
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC