How to Read a Painting: Lessons from the Old Masters

De Rynck, Patrick

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ISBN 10: 0810955768 ISBN 13: 9780810955769

Published by Abrams, 2004

Language: English

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Title

How to Read a Painting: Lessons from the Old Masters

Publisher

Abrams

Publication Date

2004

Language

English

ISBN 10

0810955768

ISBN 13

9780810955769

Binding

paperback

Condition

Very Good

Weight

38 ounces

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An anecdotal reference to the symbolism and themes of more than 150 key works of art shares background information about the theology, mythology, and folklore of the Renaissance era that shaped the works of such masters as Giotto, Botticelli, and Vermeer. 15,000 first printing.

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Patrick De Rynck is a classicist, a translator, and a writer for museums, publishers, newspapers, and radio. He is the author of ten books, including an ABC of Classical literature and a retelling of Greek myths.

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