Caravaggio. The Complete Works

Caravaggio, a controversial and influential Italian painter, is celebrated for his violent temper, precise technique, and creative masterpieces. This Bibliotheca Universalis edition offers a comprehensive catalogue raisonné with high-quality photography and detailed detail shots of his naturalism. It traces his career from his early commissions in Rome to his growing celebrity status and explores his turbulent personal life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 524 pages
Publication date: 23 January 2021
Publisher: Taschen GmbH

Caravaggio, also known as Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571–1610), was a controversial and influential figure in Italian painting. He was known for his violent temper, precise technique, creative mastery, and his life on the run. Today, he is considered one of the greatest influences in art history. This Bibliotheca Universalis edition presents a comprehensive Caravaggio catalogue raisonné, featuring high-quality photography of his paintings and numerous detail shots of his naturalism. Five accompanying chapters trace Caravaggio's career from his early public commissions in Rome to his growing celebrity status and his turbulent personal life, which was marked by drama and conflict. Caravaggio's works are characterized by their bold use of light and shadow, dramatic compositions, and intense emotional expression. His paintings often depict scenes of violence, religious themes, and everyday life, and he was a master of capturing the human form in all its complexity. Despite his controversial reputation, Caravaggio's work has had a lasting impact on the art world, and his influence can be seen in the works of many modern artists. His use of light and shadow, his ability to convey emotion, and his innovative approach to composition have inspired countless artists to push the boundaries of what is possible in art. Caravaggio's life was marked by tragedy and controversy, and he died at a young age, but his legacy continues to inspire and influence artists and art lovers around the world.

Weight: 1042g
Dimension: 149 x 203 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783836562867