This generously illustrated volume on the work of Botticelli makes the
world's greatest art accessible to readers of every level of
appreciation. 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 color 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.