Carlo Dolci by George Hay (1908)
A Life of Genius and Tragedy is a biography of the Italian Baroque painter Carlo Dolci (1616-1686). Written by George Hay, the book explores the life and work of the artist, from his early years in Florence to his later years in Rome. It examines his artistic influences, his relationships with patrons, and his struggles with mental illness. The book also looks at the impact of his work on the development of Italian Baroque painting, and its influence on later generations of artists. Through Hay's vivid descriptions of Dolci's paintings, readers gain insight into the artist's creative process and his unique vision. The book also includes a selection of color plates of Dolci's work, as well as a chronology of his life and works.
By George Hay · First published 1908 · Genre: Biography, Art History, Non-Fiction · 3 chapters · 11,011 words
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VIRGIN AND CHILD (Frontispiece)
This work, which is the only one by Dolci in the National Gallery, represents the Virgin presenting flowers to the Divine Infant. In composition and drawing it is one of the most happy efforts of Dolci. A small canvas of 2 feet 6 inches, it came into the possession of the National Gallery in 1876 through the Wynn Ellis bequest.
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- Work type: Article
- Author: George Hay
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Biography, Art History, Non-Fiction, History
- Length: 11,011 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 50 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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- Biography — The book is a biography of the Italian painter Carlo Dolci, written by George Hay.
- Art History — The book focuses on the life and works of Carlo Dolci, and provides an in-depth analysis of his art.
- Non-Fiction — The book is a factual account of the life and works of Carlo Dolci.
- History — The book provides an overview of the historical context in which Carlo Dolci lived and worked.
Tags
1616-1686 · 1686 · Carlo · Dolci · Masterpieces in Colour · art · artist · br · came · canvas · could · day
Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- THE ARTIST'S LIFE
- THE ARTIST'S WORK