Raphael

ISBN: 0300040520

Author: Jones, Roger

Condition: New

The definitive account of the life and work of one of the most influential of all artists.The best book ever written on Raphael.-Brian Sewell, InteriorsA superbly illustrated and comprehensive survey. . . . The reproductions in color and in black and white add their own splendid testimony to Raphaels achievement.-American Library Association BooklistIt would not be possible within the space of a review to do justice to the variety of intelligent and stimulating observations which occur throughout the text, together with well-informed references to relevant background material.-Cecil Gould, Times Literary SupplementA marked success . . . in the authors line of inquiry, in their choice of material and in the form of its presentation.-Sylvia Ferino-Pagden, Burlington MagazineThe new and dependable source for knowledge of the artist.-Lawrence Gowing, London Review of BooksStrikes a nice balance between instruction and illustration.-Janet Malcolm, New YorkerAn important contribution. . . It is also an excellent introduction to the career of Raphael for undergraduates. Graduates and faculty will find it a ready reference and a healthy stimulus.-Choice