Fra Angelico

Spike, John T. Fra Angelico. Abbeville Press, 1997.

This book offers an in-depth exploration of the life and works of the early Renaissance painter, Fra Angelico. Renowned for his ethereal use of color and light, Fra Angelico’s frescoes and panel paintings reflect a deep spiritual devotion combined with extraordinary technical skill. This beautifully illustrated book features numerous full-color reproductions of his most celebrated works, including his famous frescoes in the Convent of San Marco in Florence. The large-format images capture the detail and craftsmanship of Fra Angelico’s painting, allowing readers to appreciate the nuances of his religious scenes, figures, and the fabrics that adorn his subjects.

For costume historians and those interested in reproducing Renaissance attire, Fra Angelico is a treasure trove of visual references. His careful attention to the draping of robes, the ornamentation of garments, and the depiction of textures provides invaluable insight into the clothing of the 15th century. This volume is not only a celebration of one of the most spiritually profound artists of the Renaissance but also a practical resource for those looking to understand the sartorial elegance of the period.

This is a large, lavishly illustrated book is in excellent condition. It is a navy blue cloth-wrapped hardback book with a dust jacket in very good condition. We pasted an address label on the first sheet, but it is otherwise in fine condition. The dimensions are approximately 11½"wide x 13¼"tall x 1¼"thick. 9780789203229 / 0789203227.

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