Andrea Della Robbia And His Atelier V2 (1922)

by Allan Marquand

Book Overview

Andrea Della Robbia And His Atelier V2 is a book written by Allan Marquand and originally published in 1922. The book is a detailed account of the life and works of Andrea Della Robbia, an Italian Renaissance sculptor and ceramist who lived in the 15th century. Della Robbia was known for his distinctive style of glazed terracotta sculptures, which were often used to decorate churches and public buildings in Florence and other cities in Italy. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Della Robbia's life, including his early training, his relationship with his family, and his collaborations with other artists and patrons. It also examines the techniques and materials that Della Robbia used in his work, as well as the social and cultural context in which he operated. In addition to its biographical and historical content, the book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of Della Robbia's sculptures, as well as detailed descriptions and analyses of each piece. This makes it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Renaissance art and culture, as well as anyone interested in the history of Italian ceramics and sculpture. Overall, Andrea Della Robbia And His Atelier V2 is a comprehensive and engaging study of one of the most important artists of the Italian Renaissance, and a valuable addition to the literature on Renaissance art and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164576402
• ISBN13: 9781164576402
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"