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Title: Mantegna

Series Title: Masterpieces in Colour

Note: Reading ease score: 36.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

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Summary: "Mantegna" by N. D'Anvers is a detailed biography written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life and works of Andrea Mantegna, a key figure of the early Renaissance in Italy, celebrated for his mastery of painting and monumental decorative art. It explores Mantegna's influences, artistic developments, and his significant contributions to the world of art. The narrative begins with Mantegna's early life, detailing his adoption by Francesco Squarcione and his formative years in Padua, where he honed his skills amidst the vibrant artistic culture of the city. The book highlights important milestones in his career, such as his significant works for the Gonzaga family in Mantua, notably the "Camera degli Sposi" and the "Triumph of Cæsar." Through rich descriptions of Mantegna's major paintings and frescoes, the author captures the evolution of his style, emphasizing his innovative techniques in perspective and classical themes. The biography also touches on Mantegna's personal life, relationships, and the challenges he faced, providing a comprehensive look at both the man and the artist whose legacy impacted future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: D'Anvers, N., 1844-1933

Editor: Hare, T. Leman (Thomas Leman), 1872-1935

EBook No.: 42185

Published: Feb 24, 2013

Downloads: 78

Language: English

Subject: Mantegna, Andrea, 1431-1506

LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Mantegna

Series Title: Masterpieces in Colour

Note: Reading ease score: 36.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading
Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "Mantegna" by N. D'Anvers is a detailed biography written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the life and works of Andrea Mantegna, a key figure of the early Renaissance in Italy, celebrated for his mastery of painting and monumental decorative art. It explores Mantegna's influences, artistic developments, and his significant contributions to the world of art. The narrative begins with Mantegna's early life, detailing his adoption by Francesco Squarcione and his formative years in Padua, where he honed his skills amidst the vibrant artistic culture of the city. The book highlights important milestones in his career, such as his significant works for the Gonzaga family in Mantua, notably the "Camera degli Sposi" and the "Triumph of Cæsar." Through rich descriptions of Mantegna's major paintings and frescoes, the author captures the evolution of his style, emphasizing his innovative techniques in perspective and classical themes. The biography also touches on Mantegna's personal life, relationships, and the challenges he faced, providing a comprehensive look at both the man and the artist whose legacy impacted future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: D'Anvers, N., 1844-1933

Editor: Hare, T. Leman (Thomas Leman), 1872-1935

EBook No.: 42185

Published: Feb 24, 2013

Downloads: 78

Language: English

Subject: Mantegna, Andrea, 1431-1506

LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.