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The Mirror of the Gods: How the Renaissance Artists Rediscovered the Pagan Gods,Used
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By the end of the 15th century, the remains of the ancient gods littered the landscape of Western Europe. Christianity had erased the religions of ancient Greece and Rome and most Europeans believed the destruction of classical art was God's judgment on the pagan deities. How, then, did European artists during the next three centuries create such monumental works as Botticelli's The Birth of Venus and Raphael's Parnassus?In The Mirror of the Gods, Malcolm Bull tells the revolutionary story of how the great artists of Western Europefrom Botticelli and Leonardo to Titian and Rubensrevived the gods of ancient Greece and Rome. Each chapter focuses on a different deity and sheds dazzling new light on such familiar figures as Venus, Hercules, and Bacchus. Bull draws on hundreds of illustrations to illuminate the ancient myths through the eyes of Renaissance and Baroque artists, not as they appear in classical literature. When the wealthy and powerful princes of Christian Europe began to identify with the pagan gods, myth became the artist's medium for telling the story of his own time. The Mirror of the Gods is the fascinating and extraordinary story of how Renaissance artists combined mythological imagery and artistic virtuosity to change the course of western art.The Mirror of the Gods profoundly deepens our understanding of some of the greatest and most subversive artwork in European history. This delightfully told, lavishly illustrated, and extraordinary book amply rewards our ongoing fascination with classical myth and Renaissance art.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Mirror of the Gods'? A: 'The Mirror of the Gods' explores how Renaissance artists revived the ancient pagan gods of Greece and Rome, despite the dominance of Christianity during that time.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Mirror of the Gods'? A: The book is authored by Malcolm Bull, a scholar known for his insights into art and mythology.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Mirror of the Gods' have? A: 'The Mirror of the Gods' contains 496 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Mirror of the Gods' is hardcover, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'The Mirror of the Gods' published? A: 'The Mirror of the Gods' was published on February 21, 2005.
- Q: Is 'The Mirror of the Gods' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Mirror of the Gods' is suitable for academic study, as it provides detailed insights into Renaissance art and mythology.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can be found in 'The Mirror of the Gods'? A: 'The Mirror of the Gods' includes hundreds of illustrations that help illuminate the ancient myths as interpreted by Renaissance artists.
- Q: Does 'The Mirror of the Gods' focus on specific deities? A: Yes, each chapter of the book focuses on a different deity, shedding new light on figures like Venus, Hercules, and Bacchus.
- Q: What is the significance of the artwork discussed in 'The Mirror of the Gods'? A: The artwork discussed in the book is significant as it showcases how Renaissance artists used mythological imagery to narrate their contemporary stories.
- Q: Can 'The Mirror of the Gods' deepen my understanding of Western art history? A: Yes, 'The Mirror of the Gods' provides a profound understanding of some of the greatest and most subversive artwork in Western art history.