Lives of the most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects, Vol. 10 (of 10) Bronzino to Vasari, & General Index.

"Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, Vol. 10" by Giorgio Vasari is a journey through the Italian Renaissance, focusing on the lives and legacies of its greatest artists. This volume sheds light on the skills, themes, and impact of artists like Agnolo Bronzino, a master painter whose work captured the spirit of Florence at the time and whose story is told through Vasari's detailed accounts of his apprenticeships, techniques, and ties to powerful families like the Medici. Through rich descriptions of paintings and the world in which they were created, it paints a vibrant picture of Renaissance society, where art and politics were connected.