Benvenuto Cellini (1912)

By Robert Henry Hobart Cust

Book Overview

Benvenuto Cellini is a biographical book written by Robert Henry Hobart Cust and first published in 1912. The book chronicles the life and works of Benvenuto Cellini, an Italian artist and goldsmith who lived during the Renaissance period. The book begins with a brief introduction to the life and times of Cellini, followed by a detailed account of his early years and upbringing in Florence. The author then delves into Cellini's apprenticeship with a goldsmith and his subsequent rise to fame as a master craftsman. The book also covers Cellini's tumultuous personal life, including his numerous love affairs, conflicts with powerful patrons and authorities, and his imprisonment and subsequent escape from prison. Throughout the book, Cust provides vivid descriptions of Cellini's artwork, including his famous sculptures and intricate gold and silver creations. The author also explores Cellini's literary works, including his famous autobiography, which provides a fascinating insight into the life of a Renaissance artist. Overall, Benvenuto Cellini is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most fascinating figures of the Renaissance period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in art, history, or the lives of great artists.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: 1104039508
• ISBN13: 9781104039509
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"