Masters in Art, Part 32, v. 3, August, 1902: Giotto by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title Masters in Art, Part 32, v. 3, August, 1902: Giotto
A Series of Illustrated Monographs
Note Reading ease score: 58.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Masters in Art, Part 32, v. 3, August, 1902: Giotto" by Anonymous is an illustrated monograph that belongs to an early 20th-century series dedicated to the great masters of art. This volume focuses specifically on Giotto di Bondone, a pioneering figure in the transition from medieval to Renaissance art. The likely topic of the book centers on the life, works, and artistic significance of Giotto, highlighting his contributions to the evolution of painting. The book presents a detailed exploration of Giotto's career through a combination of insightful commentary and reproductions of his most prominent works, such as "Madonna Enthroned," and various frescos located in notable churches like the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and the Arena Chapel in Padua. It discusses his innovative techniques that broke away from the rigid Byzantine style, illustrating his use of naturalism and emotional expressiveness. Contributions from various critics and historians offer perspectives on Giotto's influence on later artists and his enduring legacy as a master who breathed life into his subjects and compositions, setting a new standard in art that resonated through the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ND: Fine Arts: Painting
Subject Giotto, 1266?-1337
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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