Patronage in Renaissance Italy (Italian Art History)

Patronage in Renaissance Italy is a comprehensive study of patrons in the Italian Quattrocento, providing an impeccable overview of the subject.

This book is a must-read for art historians, students, and lovers of Renaissance art and civilization.

Mary Hollingsworth's thorough research reveals how patrons carefully controlled both subject and medium in artistic creation, using image and ostentation to assert their power in a competitive and violent age.

The book sheds light on the complex relationship between patrons and artists, highlighting the importance of cost over artistic quality.

Praised by literary critics for its clarity and authority, Patronage in Renaissance Italy is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the cultural and historical context of Renaissance art.