The Florentine painter Botticelli personifies the Golden Age of the early Renaissance. Best known for The Birth of Venus and Primavera, Botticelli painted with an expressive poeticism that eschewed formal realism. He used line and colour to gorgeous effect, creating some of the most beloved and familiar images of all time. Overflowing with impeccably reproduced images, this book offers full-page spreads of masterpieces as well as highlights of smaller details-allowing the viewer to appreciate every aspect of the artist's technique and oeuvre. Chronologically arranged, the book covers important biographical and historic events that reflect the latest scholarship. Additional information includes a list of works, timeline and suggestions for further reading.

About the Author
FEDERICO POLETTI is a critic, journalist and art curator. He has published widely on art.


Book Information
ISBN 9783791346182
Author Federico Poletti
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Prestel
Publisher Prestel
Weight(grams) 510g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 197mm * 14mm