George L. Hersey Bücher

The age of the baroque -- a time of great strides in science and mathematics -- also saw the construction of some of the world's most magnificent buildings. In this book, George L. Hersey explores the interrelations of the two developments, explaining how the advancements of geometry and the abstractions of mathematicians were made concrete in the architecture of the day. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

The beauty of the human body has found a daring beholder in art historian Gerge hersey, who for the first time brings modern Darwinian theories of sexual selection into the history of art. This work shows how Western art has channeled mate choice, exploiting the cosmetics, clothes, muscles, organs, and ornaments that showcase the body. Includes 146 illustrations.

Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bramante created some of the Vatican's most glorious treasures, yet many visitors overlook how these artworks reflect the passions and struggles of the popes who commissioned them. George L. Hersey's book serves as the ideal guide for those exploring the High Renaissance splendors of the Vatican. He begins by detailing the shifting political and religious alliances of sixteenth-century Italy, France, and Spain, providing vivid accounts of four influential popes—Julius II, Leo X, Clement VII, and Paul III—who were significant patrons of art. Hersey also discusses the complex rebuilding of St. Peter's Basilica, involving the contributions of Bramante, Raphael, and Michelangelo. After establishing the historical context, Hersey delves into the Vatican's Renaissance art and architecture, guiding readers through the Cortile del Belvedere, Vatican Museums, Raphael’s richly decorated Stanze and Logge, and Michelangelo's Last Judgment and Sistine Chapel ceiling. A compelling chapter titled "The Tragedy of the Tomb" details the challenges surrounding Michelangelo's funeral monument for Julius II. Rather than merely identifying artworks, Hersey reveals their deeper meanings and significance for the artist, the papacy, and the Church, while also examining contemporary and later receptions. Richly illustrated and featuring a useful chronology, this book is an invaluable resource for travelers and art lovers see