The Forest Fire

by Catherine Whistler, David Bomford

The authors discuss the subject and technique of the Forest Fire, one of the best known early Renaissance paintings in Britain. The illustrations include recent x-rays and infrared photographs made while the painting was undergoing restoration.

Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Professor Catherine Whistler is an Irish art historian and curator, specialising in Italian Renaissance and Baroque art. She is Keeper of Western Art at the Ashmolean Museum,

Reviews

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was thrilled to find one of Piero di Cosimos' paintings at the Ashmolean Museum. Whistler and Bonnford's booklet enhanced the experience providing a scholarly essay to enjoy on site and to bring home as a souvenir. The booklet refers to two complementary panels at the Met in NY . I believe the 'Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, MA has another similarly allegorical work by di Cosimo.