Correggio – Dr. David Ekserdjian (Hardcover)

Product Information

Key Product Details

• Title: Correggio – Dr. David Ekserdjian
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Publication Date: January 21, 1998
• Format: Hardcover
• Page Count: 344 pages
• ISBN:Item Weight: 4.98 pounds
  • ISBN-10: 0300072996
  • ISBN-13: 9780300072990 / 978-0300072990
• Dimensions: 10.75 x 1.25 x 11.75 inches
• Condition: USED VERY GOOD
• Language: English

Overview

This beautifully illustrated book presents the first full-scale chronological and critical account of the paintings and drawings of Correggio (1489-1534), a genius of the Italian Renaissance. Dr. David Ekserdjian places the master within the context of 16th-century Italy, highlighting his isolation from his contemporaries, his unique creative process, and the influence of his patrons. With over 200 color and 50 black-and-white illustrations, this comprehensive study provides readers with an in-depth look at Correggio's artistic evolution and his significant contribution to Renaissance art.

Product Features

Content & Scholarly Insights

• Critical Analysis:

  • Offers a full-scale, chronological analysis of Correggio’s oeuvre, examining both his paintings and drawings.
  • Explores the artist’s creative process and his strategic isolation, which allowed him to develop a distinctive style.

• Visual Documentation:

  • Features 200 color illustrations and 50 black-and-white reproductions that vividly capture the beauty and detail of Correggio’s work.
  • Provides a rich visual accompaniment to the scholarly narrative.

• Contextual Study:

  • Situates Correggio’s achievements within the cultural, social, and economic contexts of 16th-century Italy.
  • Sheds new light on the role of his patrons and the dynamics of art patronage during the Renaissance.

Series Information: The Gallery of the Arts

• Innovative Range:

  • Part of an affordable, high-quality series that goes beyond the standard selections of Old Masters and Impressionists.
  • The series juxtaposes celebrated figures like Raphael with lesser-known artists and comprehensive surveys of various art-historical periods.

• Flexible Format:

  • Titles within the series vary in length to suit their themes, ranging from concise studies of about 80 to 112 pages to detailed surveys of 160 pages with extensive color plates.
  • This title offers a comprehensive introduction to Correggio’s work, complete with a chronology of his life and a bibliographical note for further research.

Interesting Facts

English - Key Insights

• Renaissance Mastery:
  Correggio is revered for his innovative use of light and movement, which had a profound impact on the development of Baroque art. His ability to create atmospheric depth continues to inspire art historians and enthusiasts.

• Scholarly Achievement:
  Dr. David Ekserdjian’s work is acclaimed for providing fresh insights into Correggio’s creative world, challenging traditional interpretations and inviting readers to reconsider the artist’s legacy.

• Visual Richness:
  The substantial collection of illustrations not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the book but also serves as an invaluable visual resource for studying the nuanced details of Correggio’s technique and compositional prowess.

Publishers

Published by Yale University Press on January 21, 1998. All rights reserved under ISBN-13: 9780300072990 and ISBN-10: 0300072996.

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