Author Description

Combines easily understood text with opulent color illustrations into a cultural experience. Prominent Florentine scholars and museum directors accompany the reader on a journey to the unique artistic treasures of this city on the Arno. The experts introduce superb historical buildings and sculptures in their historical contexts, and as "insiders" lead you through world-famous painting galleries such as the Accademia and the Palazzo Pitti. Over 500 illustrations, as well as thematic essays on book illumination, the art of the goldsmith and the treasures of the Medicis, round out the text.--From publisher description.