Vasari on technique : $b 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 on Technique: Being the Introduction to the Three Arts of Design" by Giorgio Vasari is a revealing exploration into the methods, tools, and materials of Renaissance art. The work unveils insights into architecture, sculpture, and painting, and serves as a guide, explaining the intricacies of each art form while providing historical context and practical advice for aspiring artists. His writings expose the hidden methods of famous artists and demystifies artistic creation. It starts by laying the groundwork with a look at stones used in architecture and sculpture. It illuminates stone properties, how to shape them, and shows examples from the past and present.