Contained here is the second of three volumes. Regardless, "The Lives of Artists" is still one of the best art criticism and art history books in the genre, and it provides a valuable look at how the leading artists of the Renaissance helped to shape and redefine the art of their time. However, many have argued that the false information, or gossip, is truthful in spirit, even if the actual events did not happen. Vasari also sometimes invented some information and gossip about the artists. Many scholars and historians realize that Vasari's information was not always completely accurate with the lesser-known artists, he flubs dates and other minor information. It is a book that is meant to be pedagogical about how an artist should live as well as theoretical in how art has developed. "The Lives of the Artists" has not escaped criticism, though. Vasari looked at the artists' paintings in minute detail, describing the positive and negative aspects of the artistry as well as the quality of the work.
"The Lives of Artists" not only discusses the importance of the artists, but it also serves as a book of art criticism. Most of the biographies are focused on Florentines and Romans, though Vasari also wrote about other European artists. In the work, Vasari brings together facts, knowledge, and sometimes gossip about almost 200 Renaissance artists. It is also the first comprehensive book on art history ever created. Giorgio Vasari's biographical collection "The Lives of the Artists" is one of the most frequently cited art history books since the 16th century. Giorgio Vasari The Lives of the Artists (Oxford World's Classics) Reissue Edition, Kindle Edition by Giorgio Vasari (Author), & 2 more Format: Kindle Edition 370 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle 7.99 Read with Our Free App Audiobook 0.
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