Venus and the Arts of Love in Renaissance Florence

ISBN-13: 9781108842914 / Angielski / Twarda / 2021 / 292 str.

Compton Rebekah Compton

Opis

This book examines Venus and her arts of love in the society, culture, and governance of Florence from 1300–1600.

Recenzje

'… a compelling method for a broad and inclusive approach to analyzing art as the discipline moves forward in a rapidly evolving academic world.' A. V. Coonin, Choice

Spis treści

1. Golden Splendor: Visions of Venus; 2. Cultivating Complexions: Cleaning and Coloring the Flesh; 3. Sartorial Seduction: Silk, Embroidery, and Venusian Magic; 4. Green Gardens: Venus' Verdant Virtues; 5. Erotic Anatomy: Fantasy, Sex, and Disease; 6. Maritime Treasures: Venus' Gifts from the Sea; Conclusion: Attendant Pleasures.