From Borso to Cesare d'Este: The School of Ferrara 1450-1628
New York: Matthiesen Fine Art LTD, 1984.
Paperback. 9 3/4" X 8 1/4". 140pp. + Plates. Rubbing, toning, creasing, and bumps to covers, corners, and edges of paper wraps. Sunning to spine. Pages are clean and unmarked. Binding is sound.
Published in conjunction with an exhibition to support The Courtauld Institute of Art Trust Appeal, this volume provides insight into both the Institute and its transition to Somerset House. While detailing the Renaissance artists of Ferrara, Italy, it presents thematic essays by notable authors including Cecil Gould, Lanfranco Caretti, Claudio Gallico, Vincenzo Fontana, Thomas Tuohy, Emmanuele Mattaliano, Giorgio Bassani, Giuliano Briganti, and Alistair Smith. The publication encompasses four synchronized timelines and a comprehensive catalog featuring 94 annotated, illustrated works, complete with biographical notes on each artist. All visual content is thoughtfully presented at the book's conclusion. Good. Item #13725
Price: $25.00