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Bernini
genius of the Baroque
By Avery, Charles & Finn, David
- ISBN
- 978-0-82122-465-6
- Publisher
- Boston : Bulfinch, c1997.
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Library Journal
Reviewed on February 15, 1998
Wittkower's (1901-71) book, first published in 1955 and updated in 1966 and 1981, derives from an Italian edition of 1900. The text, which deals chiefly with the sculptures of this multifaceted Italian artist (1598-1680), is a classic. Though some of the entries have been updated and some new plates added, the main reason for this new edition seems to be its first issuance in paperback. This, and the fact th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
