Lives of the Most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects, Vol. 03 (of 10) / Filarete and Simone to Mantegna

Name: Lives of the Most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects, Vol. 03 (of 10) / Filarete and Simone to Mantegna
Author: Giorgio Vasari

By Giorgio Vasari

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A series of biographical sketches and critical assessments of Renaissance painters, sculptors, and architects, presenting lives, anecdotes, descriptions of major works, and discussions of artistic technique such as perspective and composition. Entries cover a wide roster of practitioners, profiling figures like Piero della Francesca, Fra Angelico, Alberti, Botticelli, Mantegna and many others; the author interweaves documented commissions, stylistic analysis, and occasional moralizing commentary, while noting influences, rivalries, and the fate of works lost or altered. Illustrations and indexes accompany the text to support visual and documentary reference.

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Giorgio Vasari

Giorgio Vasari (1511-1574) was an Italian painter, architect, and writer, best known for his seminal work, "Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects." This extensive series, published in multiple volumes, provides biographical accounts and critical evaluations of Renaissance artists, significantly influencing art history. Vasari's writings not only document the lives and works of notable figures such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci but also reflect his own experiences in the art world. As an architect, he contributed to the design of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. His dual role as an artist and historian has made him a pivotal figure in the understanding of Renaissance art and its evolution.