Michelangelo Buonarroti - George Bull - Audio Book
Michelangelo Buonarroti - George Bull : This great Italian artist who lived from 1475 to 1564 was allready during his lifetime acclaimed as the greatest living artist, creator of a succession of masterpieces in sculpture, fresco painting, and architecture. In restrospect one can say Michelangelo was a true genius!
In all his work, Michelangelo impressed his contemporaries as a forceful personality, a divine genius endowed with an intense emotional power and a great mind. Often portrayed as a solitary and austere figure, he in fact enjoyed a remarkable range of friendships, and those he loved and hated, served or resisted, are presented in this audiobook. His contacts range from his family and fellow artists to the popes, nobles, and rulers of Europe.
To read books about Michelangelo, and god knows there are plenty, is one thing, but to listen to this audio book with plenty more details about him is like having him in "front of you".
In all his work, Michelangelo impressed his contemporaries as a forceful personality, a divine genius endowed with an intense emotional power and a great mind. Often portrayed as a solitary and austere figure, he in fact enjoyed a remarkable range of friendships, and those he loved and hated, served or resisted, are presented in this audiobook. His contacts range from his family and fellow artists to the popes, nobles, and rulers of Europe.
To read books about Michelangelo, and god knows there are plenty, is one thing, but to listen to this audio book with plenty more details about him is like having him in "front of you".
Labels: art, artist, biography, fresco, george bull, italy, michelangelo
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