Description: This book explores the life and notable works of the Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, focusing on his journey from humble beginnings as the son of a woodcarver to becoming one of the most celebrated artists of his time. The author traces Thorvaldsen's early struggles, his studies at the Copenhagen Academy of Fine Arts, and his breakthrough upon arriving in Rome, where he was deeply influenced by classical and Renaissance art. The book delves into Thorvaldsen's creative process, examining the themes and ideas that shaped his sculptures, including his masterful depictions of mythological figures, portraits, and religious subjects. Through a detailed analysis of his most famous works, such as "Jason with the Golden Fleece" and "Christ and the Twelve Apostles," the book highlights Thorvaldsen's unique ability to combine technical virtuosity with emotional depth. This comprehensive examination offers valuable insights into Thorvaldsen's artistic evolution and his lasting impact on the world of sculpture. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 342
Type: textbook
Book Title: Thorvaldsen : His Life and Works (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: General, Techniques / Sculpting
Item Height: 0.7 in
Publication Year: 2017
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Art, History
Item Weight: 16.2 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Eugène Plon
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
