Michelangelo

Dive into the captivating world of Michelangelo Buonarroti with this exquisite trade paperback edition. This compelling biography, published by Penguin UK in 2017, offers a profound insight into the life and works of one of history's greatest artists. With 688 pages of meticulously researched content, this book transports you through the remarkable journey of Michelangelo, whose influence on the Renaissance period is unparalleled. His masterpieces, such as the magnificent frescoes adorning the Sistine Chapel Ceiling and the iconic statue of David, are explored in great detail, enriching your understanding of art history. Discover the vibrant backdrop of European history, where the transition from Renaissance to Counter Reformation was marked by Michelangelo's artistic endeavors. Martin Gayford's narrative not only focuses on the artist's supreme talent but also sheds light on the personal trials and tribulations that shaped his legacy. Whether you're an art enthusiast, student, or simply curious about one of history's most enigmatic figures, this engaging biography provides an absorbing exploration of Michelangelo's life and his enduring impact on art. Perfect for collectors and casual readers alike, this brand new book comes with free shipping, ensuring you receive it swiftly. Please note that combined shipping is not available with this product, and shipping may take up to 10 days.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241299425
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 688


Description:
'An absorbing book, beautifully told and with the writer fully in command of a huge body of research' Philip Hensher, Mail on Sunday

There was an epic sweep to Michelangelo's life. At 31 he was considered the finest artist in Italy, perhaps the world; long before he died at almost 90 he was widely believed to be the greatest sculptor or painter who had ever lived (and, by his enemies, to be an arrogant, uncouth, swindling miser). For decade after decade, he worked near the dynamic centre of events- the vortex at which European history was changing from Renaissance to Counter Reformation. Few of his works - including the huge frescoes of the Sistine Chapel Ceiling, the marble giant David and the Last Judgment - were small or easy to accomplish. Like a hero of classical mythology - such as Hercules, whose statue Michelangelo carved in his youth - he was subject to constant trials and labours. In Michelangelo Martin Gayford describes what it felt like to be Michelangelo Buonarroti, and how he transformed forever our notion of what an artist could be.


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