“The best thing is to draw men and women from the nude and thus fix in the memory by constant exercise the muscles of the torso, back, legs, arms and knees, with bones underneath.”
Quote by Giorgio Vasari
Work
Vasari on technique: being the introduction to the three arts of design, architecture, sculpture and painting, prefixed to the Lives of the most excellent painters, sculptors and architects
Vasari's text explores the principles and techniques of design, architecture, sculpture, and painting, offering insights into the practices of these arts during his time. The book is a foundational work that provides a comprehensive overview of the artistic and architectural traditions of the Renaissance period. more
Author
Giorgio Vasari
Giorgio Vasari was an Italian painter, architect, and writer who is renowned for his significant contributions to the history of art. He authored the Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, a seminal work in the field of art history. Born on July 30, 1511, in Arezzo, Tuscany, Vasari's influence extended beyond his artistic endeavors to include architectural achievements, such as the Vasari Corridor in Florence. He passed away on June 27, 1574. more
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