Caravaggio

by Maurizio Calvesi

This is a magnificently illustrated and informative introduction to the life and works of Italian Master painter Caravaggio. This magnificently illustrated series of monographs explore the lives and works of some of the most famous, influential, and talented artists throughout history. Each volume features a number of insightful essays by leading experts, a comprehensive chronology - set in an historical and artistic context, and a bibliography for ideas on further reading. This volume focuses on the work of Italian artist Caravaggio (1571-1610) whose innovative use of the chiaroscuro technique and intense emotional realism - along with his notorious antics outside the studio - made him a household name among collectors during his lifetime. However, Caravaggio was almost ignored after his death, and it was only during the 20th century that critics rediscovered his work and realised the profound influence he had on the Baroque style.

Genres: Art

63 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Maurizio Calvesi (18 September 1927 – 24 July 2020) was an Italian art critic, historian and essayist. He was born in Rome. He was a professor at the Sapienza University of Rome. He was also a member of Accademia dei Lincei. He wrote about art history during the Renaissance and Baroque times.

Calvesi died on 24 July 2020 in Rome, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Reviews

[Andrea Pighin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Un testo breve ma esaustivo per sottolineare come Caravaggio non sia stato quell'artista maledetto che la critica ci ha narrato, bensì un innovatore di rilievo nel solco della tradizione artistica, tanto ellenistico-romana quanto medievale e rinascimentale.

[Vera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adoro questi Art Dossier della Giunti perchè sono curati bene, gradevoli alla vista, costano poco e mi fanno avere informazioni sui miei artisti preferiti.

[Vanlilith]

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