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The Palazzo Vecchio Grotesques
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Features Highly Detailed Photography Specially Taken For This Publicationpalazzo Vecchio, Which Towers Over Piazza Della Signoria, At The Center Of Florence, Is An Iconic Building And From The Middle Ages To The Medici Family To Present Day It Has Been The Seat Of Civic Power. Among Its Most Admired Features Are The Marvelous Grotesque Decorations Which Animate The Walls And Vaults Of The Courtyard And Several Rooms. Grotesques Are A Type Of Wall Decoration, In Stucco Or Fresco, Often With The Addition Of Gold, That Developed In The Renaissance When The Vaults Of The Domus Aurea In Rome, Which Were Underground (Considered Grottos Hence The Name), Were Rediscovered By Artists Who Drew Inspiration From Those Designs. Palazzo Vecchios Grotesques Are Lively, Extravagant Ornaments, Generated By The Creativity Of Artists Among Whom Ridolfo Del Ghirlandaio (14831561) And Marco Marchetti Da Faenza (Ca. 15261588) Stand Out And They Include, Birds, Flowers, Vegetation And Many Strange Creatures That Have A Mixture Of Human And Animal Traits.
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- Q: What is 'The Palazzo Vecchio Grotesques: A Guide Book' about? A: This guide book explores the grotesque decorations of the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence, detailing their historical significance and artistic features from the Renaissance period.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Valentina Zucchi.
- Q: When was 'The Palazzo Vecchio Grotesques: A Guide Book' published? A: The book is set to be published on June 20, 2024.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 96 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Decoration & Ornament.
- Q: What kind of features does the book include? A: The book provides insights into the grotesque decorations, including descriptions and illustrations of various ornaments found in the Palazzo Vecchio.
- Q: Is there any specific artistic influence discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book highlights the influence of artists such as Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio and Marco Marchetti da Faenza in the creation of these grotesques.
- Q: How is this book useful for art and history enthusiasts? A: This guide book serves as an informative resource for understanding the cultural and artistic significance of the grotesque decorations in the Palazzo Vecchio.