Venezia 500: The Gentle Revolution of Venetian Painting

The Renaissance period in Venice saw a great awakening in painting, with artists like Bellini, Giorgione, Palma Vecchio, and Titian exploring the essence of humanity and nature. This volume showcases their pioneering innovations, including sophisticated portraits, idealized likenesses, and history paintings that capture the atmospheric landscape. The publication examines these masterpieces in depth, highlighting their innovative strength, context, and contemporary interpretations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 230 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2024
Publisher: Hirmer Verlag

Brushwork and poetry, the great awakening of Venetian painting around 1500, emerged as a remarkable artistic movement in the vibrant city of Venice during the Renaissance. Renowned master artists such as Bellini, Giorgione, Palma Vecchio, and Titian delved into the depths of human nature, exploring the intricate connections between humanity and the natural world. Their exceptional creativity and artistic vision propelled Venetian painting to new heights, leaving an indelible mark on art history that continues to resonate today.

This captivating volume showcases the pioneering innovations of Venetian painting through a selection of important portraits and landscape representations. The artists of this era displayed a remarkable sensitivity, capturing the essence of their subjects with exquisite detail and vibrant colors. From sophisticated portraits that captured the essence of their subjects to idealized likenesses that exuded allure, and historical paintings that depicted the atmospheric landscapes of their time, Venetian painters pushed the boundaries of artistic expression.

The publication delves into the masterpieces of Venetian painting, examining their remarkable innovative strength, the historical context in which they were produced, and contemporary interpretations. It explores the techniques and techniques used by the artists, the influence of other artistic movements, and the lasting impact of their works on the art world. Through detailed analysis and vivid descriptions, the publication provides a deeper understanding of the artistic achievements of the Venetian Renaissance and the profound influence they had on the development of Western art.

Brushwork and poetry, the great awakening of Venetian painting around 1500, emerged as a remarkable artistic movement in the vibrant city of Venice during the Renaissance. Renowned master artists such as Bellini, Giorgione, Palma Vecchio, and Titian delved into the depths of human nature, exploring the intricate connections between humanity and the natural world. Their exceptional creativity and artistic vision propelled Venetian painting to new heights, leaving an indelible mark on art history that continues to resonate today.

This captivating volume showcases the pioneering innovations of Venetian painting through a selection of important portraits and landscape representations. The artists of this era displayed a remarkable sensitivity, capturing the essence of their subjects with exquisite detail and vibrant colors. From sophisticated portraits that captured the essence of their subjects to idealized likenesses that exuded allure, and historical paintings that depicted the atmospheric landscapes of their time, Venetian painters pushed the boundaries of artistic expression.

The publication delves into the masterpieces of Venetian painting, examining their remarkable innovative strength, the historical context in which they were produced, and contemporary interpretations. It explores the techniques and techniques used by the artists, the influence of other artistic movements, and the lasting impact of their works on the art world. Through detailed analysis and vivid descriptions, the publication provides a deeper understanding of the artistic achievements of the Venetian Renaissance and the profound influence they had on the development of Western art.

Weight: 1152g
Dimension: 219 x 268 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783777441764