Donatello, by Lord Balcarres

"Donatello" by Lord Balcarres is a historical exploration of a Renaissance artist. This book looks at the life and impact of Donatello during the Italian Renaissance. Because Donatello did not leave much information about his life, this book examines his creations to discover who he was and the effect he had on sculpture. Starting with events like the 1402 competition for the Baptistery Gates, the book shows the world that shaped Donatello's art and what made him become the artist he was. The book provides a complete look at Donatello's work and how it has influenced art.