This book recounts the exciting rediscovery of Giorgio Vasari's painting Allegory of Patience, created in 1551-52 for the Bishop of Arezzo in Vasari's hometown. This book explores the history of the painting, from its commission to the display of the stunning final work. The Bishop of Arezzo regarded patience as the key to his career and achievements and wished it to be represented in a picture. Vasari, assigned the task, consulted...