02446cam a22003373u 4500 41836 UtSlPG 20260610133945.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 ND Hay, George, 1876- Carlo Dolci Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Masterpieces in Colour Release date is 2013-01-13 Produced by sp1nd, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Carlo Dolci" by George Hay is a biographical account exploring the life and work of the 17th-century Italian painter Carlo Dolci. Written in the early 20th century, the book focuses on Dolci's artistry within the context of his time, providing a detailed examination of his style, thematic choices, and the cultural backdrop of Florence during his lifetime. The likely topic of the book centers around Dolci's contributions to religious art and his unique approach to painting, characterized by an emphasis on beauty and moral ideals. The book is structured in three main sections: an introduction to Dolci's art, an examination of his life, and a discussion of his works. Hay portrays Dolci as a somewhat sentimental artist whose works often depicted religious figures and virtues, lacking the innovative spirit seen in his predecessors. The narrative outlines Dolci's upbringing, artistic training, and his rise to fame in Florence, while also addressing the limitations of his style and influence. Despite being regarded as a lesser artist compared to the great masters of the Renaissance, Dolci's sincerity and dedication to his craft are highlighted, showing that his works continue to resonate with certain audiences for their accessibility and charm. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Dolci, Carlo, 1616-1686 Hare, T. Leman (Thomas Leman), 1872-1935 Masterpieces in Colour https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41836 82675 82675