02445cam a22003733u 4500 31304 UtSlPG 20260610133720.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 CB PN Lee, Vernon, 1856-1935 Euphorion - Vol. II : Being Studies of the Antique and the Mediaeval in the Renaissance Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-02-17 The portrait art -- The school of Boiardo -- Mediaeval love -- Epilogue -- Appendix. Produced by Marc D'Hooghe "Euphorion - Vol. II" by Vernon Lee is a collection of essays examining artistic movements and expressions during the Renaissance, likely written in the late 19th century. The text delves into themes such as realism and idealism in art, particularly concerning portraiture, and explores the cultural and artistic nuances inherent in that period. Lee's analysis is dense with philosophical undertones, utilizing artistic examples to illustrate his points. The opening of the work examines the concepts of realism and idealism in portrait art, emphasizing the complex interplay between the two in the context of the Renaissance. Lee argues that both styles ultimately strive for beauty, albeit through different methodologies. He presents examples from artists such as Giotto and Fra Angelico, highlighting how their work reflects deeper truths about the human condition and societal values. This introduction sets the stage for a broader exploration of artistic achievements and the idea of beauty in art, inviting readers to engage with the intricate philosophical debates surrounding these themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Civilization, Medieval Renaissance -- Italy Love English drama -- Early modern and Elizabethan, 1500-1600 -- History and criticism Boiardo, Matteo Maria, 1440 or 1441-1494 Epic poetry, Italian -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31304 72150 72150