Lorenzo De'Medici Collector and Antiquarian |
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Author:
| Fusco, Laurie Corti, Gino |
ISBN: | 978-0-521-45245-8 |
Publication Date: | Apr 2006 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $268.00 |
Book Description:
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Lorenzo de' Medici was a key figure in the creation of the Renaissance. His activities as a collector are documented in a group of 173 letters, previously unknown and published here for the first time. In addition to sculpture, Lorenzo collected small objects: coins, hardstone vases, and gems.
Lorenzo de' Medici was a key figure in the creation of the Renaissance. His activities as a collector are documented in a group of 173 letters, previously unknown and published here for the first time. In addition to sculpture, Lorenzo collected small objects: coins, hardstone vases, and gems.