Dosso Dossi Court Painter in Renaissance Ferrara Art Hardcover Book, 1999

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“Dosso Dossi: Court Painter in Renaissance Ferrara” – Art Book, 1999 Exhibition Catalogue
A definitive and richly illustrated monograph on … Read more “Dosso Dossi: Court Painter in Renaissance Ferrara” – Art Book, 1999 Exhibition Catalogue
A definitive and richly illustrated monograph on Dosso Dossi, the celebrated court painter of Ferrara. Published to accompany the landmark 1999 exhibitions at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and J. Paul Getty Museum, this volume remains the authoritative reference on the artist’s oeuvre.
Authored by leading scholars Peter Humfrey and Mauro Lucco, the book surveys nearly all known works—mythological, allegorical, and religious—highlighting Dossi’s imaginative style and Venetian influences. Notable paintings such as Jupiter Painting Butterflies and Circe (Melissa) are examined in depth, alongside technical analyses revealing his innovative methods.
Lavishly produced with full-page plates and scholarly essays, this volume offers exceptional insight into one of the most original voices of the Italian Renaissance and the artistic culture of the Ferrarese court.
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312 pages
Dimensions: 12.25" H × 9.5" W
Publisher: Exhibition catalogue, 1999
Condition:
Very good vintage condition
A must-have reference for collectors and connoisseurs of Renaissance art—both an essential scholarly resource and a visually compelling coffee table book. See less