Carpaccio

“Everyone, at least once, has wandered along a street already seen before, through a neighborhood already familiar, yet observing and discovering details as if it were the first time, noticing entrances, shops, windows, signs, cornices, gutters, enjoying each and every piece, enthralled by the pure pleasure of the gaze. Well, I think this is the most correct approach to understand the painting of Carpaccio” (M. Cancogni).
Aimed at informed but non-specialized readers, this book offers a monographic summary of the life and work of Carpaccio.
The short introduction examines the circumstances that led to the emergence and evolution of the artist’s personality. This is followed by a veritable “guided tour” through an imaginary museum of his masterpieces, splendidly illustrated, with complete descriptive captions.
A small anthology of critical and documentary writings and an essential bibliography make the books in this series up-to-date tools for students and art lovers alike.