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Synopsis
Bacchiacca and His Friends: Florentine Paintings and Drawings of the Sixteenth Century is a book that explores the works of the Italian Renaissance artist, Bacchiacca, and his contemporaries. The book is published by the Baltimore Museum of Art and features a collection of paintings and drawings from the 16th century, specifically from the city of Florence.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Bacchiacca's life and work, as well as the artistic and cultural context in which he created his art. The author also discusses the influence of other artists on Bacchiacca's work, such as Fra Bartolomeo and Andrea del Sarto.The book includes full-color reproductions of Bacchiacca's paintings and drawings, as well as works by his friends and colleagues, including Pontormo, Rosso Fiorentino, and Francesco Salviati. The illustrations are accompanied by detailed descriptions and analysis, providing insight into the techniques and styles of the artists.Overall, Bacchiacca and His Friends: Florentine Paintings and Drawings of the Sixteenth Century is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Italian Renaissance art, particularly the art of Florence in the 16th century. It offers a rich and detailed exploration of Bacchiacca's work and the artistic culture of his time.From News Quarterly, V24, No. 2, Winter, 1961.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.