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Get to know Andrea Palladio, the father of Renaissance building and one of the most influential architects of all time. This book documents Palladio's key buildings to explore how he revived the design principles of Classical Antiquity and formed foundations of architecture for generations to come.

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Art history's most important nudes bare all in this fascinating investigation into the covert historical and narrative details of naked masterworks. Through the revealing lens of authors Rose-Marie and Rainer Hagen-and with crisp, enlarged details and in-depth analytical essays-deities, lovers, and otherworldly creatures alike cease to be two-...

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Discover the hidden details concealed within depictions of powerful figures of the past, from the sixth-century prostitute turned Byzantine Empress Theodora to military leader and famous co-author of history's rudest letter Ivan Sirko. Part detectives, part historians, Rose-Marie and Rainer Hagen dissect 13 historical masterworks, complete with...

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Awe-inspiring classics become accessible, captivating stories thanks to this investigation into the covert world of Renaissance masterpieces. From Botticelli to Michelangelo, delve into the works of Italian masters like never before. Rose-Marie and Rainer Hagen meticulously dissect 12 key pieces alongside analytical essays and enlarged details...