The book offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate metal sculptures from the Roman Baroque period, highlighting their artistic significance and craftsmanship. It delves into the techniques employed by sculptors, the cultural context of the era, and the thematic elements represented in these works. Through detailed analysis and vivid illustrations, readers gain insight into the beauty and complexity of this unique art form, showcasing its impact on both historical and contemporary art.
Draws on contemporary biographies and a wealth of hitherto unpublished archival material to illuminate the position and practice of the Baroque sculptor, to enable the reader to appreciate, understand and evaluate the sculptural monuments of the Roman Baroque.
Based on Michele Maylender's Storie Delle Accademie D'Italia
Provides an index of the emblems of the Italian academies, using Maylender as its main source. The book covers both the mottoes and the figures, so that it may be used for identifying preliminary drawings or early unlettered states of prints.