Italian Religious Painting

by James M. Hoppin

Italian Religious Painting by James M. Hoppin is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of religious painting in Italy. The book covers the period from the early Renaissance to the Baroque era and explores the works of some of the most famous Italian artists, such as Giotto, Botticelli, Raphael, and Caravaggio. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific periods and styles, providing a detailed analysis of the techniques, themes, and symbolism used by the artists. The author also examines the role of religion in Italian society and how it influenced the creation of religious art.The book is illustrated with over 100 full-color reproductions of some of the most iconic works of Italian religious painting. Each painting is accompanied by a detailed description, providing insight into the meaning and significance of the artwork.Italian Religious Painting is an essential resource for art historians, students of Italian art, and anyone interested in the history of religious painting. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, combining in-depth analysis with stunning visual imagery.THIS 142 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Great Epochs in Art History, by James M. Hoppin. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417915765.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: 142547814X
• ISBN13: 9781425478148
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"