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Memoirs of Benvenuto Cellini: By Himself

by Ernest Rhys
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9781025832289
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 392
  • Original Price: GBP 19.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 549 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Artists, Architects, Photographers

"Memoirs of Benvenuto Cellini by Himself" is one of the most vibrant and historically significant autobiographies of the Italian Renaissance. Written with a blend of raw candor and artistic bravado, this work chronicles the life of the famed Florentine goldsmith and sculptor as he navigates the tumultuous political and cultural landscapes of the 16th century. Cellini recounts his experiences working under the patronage of popes, kings, and dukes, including Clement VII and Francis I, offering a firsthand glimpse into the creation of masterpieces like the Perseus with the Head of Medusa.

Beyond its value as an art history document, the narrative is a gripping tale of adventure, rivalry, and survival. Cellini details his involvement in the Sack of Rome, his daring escapes from imprisonment, and his frequent brushes with violence and intrigue. His voice is that of a man deeply committed to his craft, yet equally driven by honor and a volatile temperament. This memoir serves as a vivid portrait of an era where art and power were inextricably linked, making it essential reading for those interested in the lives of the masters and the spirit of the High Renaissance.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

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