Michelangelo (Icon Editions)
Michelangelo by Howard Hibbard is a comprehensive exploration of the life and art of the renowned artist, published by Harper & Row on January 22, 1985. This 2nd edition spans 348 pages and is presented in English, offering readers a detailed account that connects Michelangelo’s artistic achievements to his personal experiences and the historical context of his time.
In this book, Hibbard draws on early biographies, contemporary scholarly research, and Michelangelo’s own letters and poems to provide a nuanced understanding of the artist’s work and life. Readers will find a thorough examination of Michelangelo Buonarroti, who lived from 1475 to 1564, as the author presents a balanced appraisal of his contributions to art and culture. The narrative reveals insights into both the creative process and the historical significance of Michelangelo’s legacy.
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In this masterly, Howard Hibbard relates Michelangelo’s art to his life and to the times in which he lived, relying on the earliest biographies and the latest scholarly research as well as on Michelangelo’s own letters and poems. What emerges is both a perspective appraisal of his work and a revealing life history of the man who was arguably the greatest artist of all time.
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