Provocative and original; this fresh look at Leonardo da Vincirsquo;s formative years in Florence and Milan provides a radically different scenario of how he created his signature style that would transform Western art forever.The traditional view of Leonardo da Vincirsquo;s career is that he enjoyed a promising start in Florence and then moved to Milan to become the celebrated court artist of Duke Ludovico Sforza. Young Leonardo presents a very different view. It reveals how the young Leonardo struggled against the prevailing style of his master Verrocchio; was stymied in his efforts to produce his first masterpiece in Florence; and left for Milan on little more than a wing and a prayer. Once there; he was long ignored by Duke Ludovico; and enjoyed only tepid Sforza support after his great equestrian project came to nothing. Meanwhile; all the major Sforza commissions went to artists whose names are now forgotten. Isbouts and Brown depict Leonardorsquo;s seminal years in Milan from an entirely new perspective: that of the Sforza court. They show that much of the Sforza patronage was directed on vast projects; such as the Milan Cathedral; favoring a close circle of local artists to which Leonardo never gained entry. As a result; his exceptional talent remained largely unrecognized right up to the Last Supper. The authors also explore a mysterious link between the Last Supper and the fresco of the Crucifixion on the opposite wall; a work that up to now has fully escaped public attention. Finally; they present a sensational theory: that two long-ignored; life-sized copies of the Last Supper; now in Belgium and the U.K.; were actually commissioned by the French King Louis XII and painted under Leonardorsquo;s direct supervision. Young Leonardo is a fascinating window into the artistrsquo;s mind as he slowly develops the groundbreaking techniques that will produce the High Renaissance and change the course of European art.
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0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. So-soBy joanne m.Eh. 3 stars because l just wasnt blown away as I was with a few other similar books that were way better. So so.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. BrilliantBy Nancy HazlettThis is one of my new favorite interior design books...a visual feast. I just received it this week and I am loving it! The photography is phenomenal. and the book is packed with great images. beautifully styled. The design of the book is elegant...modern. but classic. The writing is engaging and the authors design philosophy is clear and inspirational. Julia Buckingham is a creative force of nature with a personality to match. Really. I have so many design books and this is a great one. I recommend this book to anyone and everyone looking to be inspired by great design and original ideas and presentation..an exquisite book. and a joy to read!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Modernique is Chic!By The DesignerModernique is a must have for any design enthusiast. Julia Buckinghams style is unrivaled in the design world for her chic use of antiques mixed with modern elements to create her "Modernique style". I immediately read the book upon arrival but have revisited the pages on many occasions to drink in the designers unique perspective on design. Not only does the book share some exciting projects but also Julias warm and engaging personality and philosophy on design. She creates environments her clients are happy to call home which is what we all crave. I highly recommend this book as an important addition to every design library! Who doesnt want to be chic like Julia Buckingham?
