Knights of Art: Stories of the Italian Painters

By Amy Steedman

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

From humble beginnings to influential masters, discover how a shepherd boy and other artists revolutionized art during the Italian Renaissance, leaving a timeless legacy of beauty and innovation.

Genres

Art & Photography Biographies Children & Young Adult Reading

Released

1996-05-01

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Summary

"Knights of Art: Stories of the Italian Painters" by Amy Steedman, presents captivating stories of Italian Renaissance painters, highlighting their lives and artistic journeys, starting with Giotto, a shepherd boy turned master. The series of historical accounts showcases Giotto's remarkable talent and his transition into a groundbreaking artist, sparked by his encounter with Cimabue, that ultimately led to Florence and changed painting through realistic depictions of the world. The accounts aim to reveal how these artists shaped the world of art and its understanding of beauty.