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100 1 _aPater, Walter,
_d1839-1894
245 1 4 _aThe Renaissance: studies in art and poetry
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2003
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2003-05-01
505 0 _aPreface -- Two early French stories -- Pico della Mirandola -- Sandro Botticelli -- Luca della Robbia -- The poetry of Michelangelo -- Leonardo da Vinci -- The school of Giorgione -- Joachim du Bellay -- Winckelmann -- Conclusion.
508 _aScanned and proofed by Alfred J. Drake
520 _a"The Renaissance: Studies in Art and Poetry" by Walter Pater is a collection of essays that delves into the intricate relationship between art, poetry, and the cultural ethos of the Renaissance era, written during the late 19th century. The work examines notable figures and movements associated with this pivotal period in European history, embracing the revival of classical antiquity and the flourishing of humanistic ideals. Pater's essays not only elaborate on individual artists and poets but also reflect on broader themes such as beauty, emotion, and the transcendent qualities of artistic expression. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the subject of aesthetics and the complexities of defining beauty in a way that is both relatable and nuanced. Pater argues against abstract definitions and advocates for a more concrete understanding based on personal impressions and experiences of art and beauty. He emphasizes the importance of analyzing specific artistic works and figures, framing the Renaissance as a multifaceted movement whose roots can be traced into the Middle Ages. Pater sets the stage for his central discussions by touching upon the interconnections between various art forms and the intellectual currents of the time, outlining the journey from medieval influences to the vibrant artistic expressions that define the Renaissance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aRenaissance -- Italy
653 _aRenaissance
653 _aArts, Renaissance
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4060
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