Verrocchio (1904)

By Maud Cruttwell

Book Overview

Verrocchio is a biography of the Italian Renaissance artist Andrea del Verrocchio, written by Maud Cruttwell and first published in 1904. The book explores Verrocchio's life and work, including his training as a goldsmith and his contributions to the fields of sculpture, painting, and architecture. Cruttwell examines Verrocchio's most famous works, including his bronze statue of David and his painting The Baptism of Christ, and provides historical context for his artistic innovations. The book also delves into Verrocchio's relationships with his contemporaries, including Leonardo da Vinci, and his impact on the art world of his time. Verrocchio is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most influential artists of the Italian Renaissance.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: 1437360777
• ISBN13: 9781437360776
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"