Photographic Print : Giorgio Vasari, Italian artist and author

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Giorgio Vasari, Italian artist and author

Giorgio Vasari (1511-1574), Italian painter and biographer. Vasari was born at Arezzo in Tuscany. He was trained form an early age as an artist and at sixteen was sent to Florence. He was commissioned by the Medici and their friends as well as patrons in Naples. He was also excelled in architecture, being the creator of the Vasari Corridor in Florence linking the Ufizzi and Pitti palaces. He is best known today as an art historian and biographer. His Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects was published in 1550 and is seen as the first significant work of art history. This work of biography is filled with pieces of gossip, but has an excellent neutral aesthetic appreciation of the art he discusses. He was the first to use the term Renaissance in print. This woodcut comes from van Opmeers Opus chronographicum orbis universi published at Antwerp in 1611

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16th Century Architect Art History Biographer Corridor Florence Historian Renaissance Vertical Wood Cut Writer Giorgio Vasari Italian Artist Mono Chrome Pitti Palace

10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print

Bring the timeless beauty of art history into your home with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This stunning image captures the captivating portrait of Giorgio Vasari, the renowned Italian artist and author. Born in Arezzo, Tuscany, Vasari was a prodigious talent, trained as an artist from a young age and apprenticed under some of the greatest masters of the time. At just sixteen, he was sent to Florence to continue his artistic education. This exquisite print, taken from the Science Photo Library, is a testament to the enduring influence of Vasari's art and legacy. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and let the stories of the past come alive in your space.

Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Giorgio Vasari, the renowned Italian artist and author who made significant contributions to the world of art and history. Born in Arezzo, Tuscany in 1511, Vasari displayed artistic talent from a young age and was sent to Florence at sixteen for further training. His exceptional skills earned him commissions from influential patrons such as the Medici family and their associates in Naples. Vasari's talents extended beyond painting; he also excelled in architecture, notably creating the iconic Vasari Corridor that connects the Ufizzi and Pitti palaces in Florence. However, his lasting legacy lies primarily in his role as an art historian and biographer. In 1550, he published "Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects" considered a groundbreaking work of art history. This publication introduced not only an excellent aesthetic appreciation but also gossipy anecdotes about various artists. Interestingly enough, it was Vasari who first used the term "Renaissance" within its pages – a testament to his profound influence on our understanding of this transformative period in European history. The woodcut featured here is sourced from van Opmeer's "Opus chronographicum orbis universi" published in Antwerp during 1611. Its monochrome presentation adds a timeless quality to this vertical composition capturing Giorgio Vasari's essence as both an artist himself and chronicler of others' artistic achievements.

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