Children of Mercury : The Lives of the Painters / Spike Bucklow.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bucklow, Spike, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Art, Renaissance.

Painters--History.

Painters.

Art--History.

Art.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (193 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Reaktion Books Ltd, [2022]

Summary:

Spike Bucklow's 'Children of Mercury' explores the lives of painters from the medieval, Renaissance, and early modern periods. Instead of focusing solely on famous artists like Leonardo da Vinci or Michelangelo, the book examines a broader tapestry of painters, both renowned and lesser-known, to illuminate their societal roles and self-representation through art. Bucklow presents their journeys in thematic stages, guided by the 'seven hidden operators,' which reflect ancient beliefs about life stages linked to the planets. The narrative delves into personal and professional aspects of these artists' lives, offering insights into their everyday realities beyond their artistic achievements. The book is intended for readers interested in art history and cultural contexts of the past. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Prologue

1. ‘Mewling and Puking’ Babies

2. Learning the Ropes

3. Feeling the Pull

4. Influencing

5. The Big Push

6. Arrival

7. Leaving the Stage

Epilogue

References

Acknowledgements

Photo Acknowledgements

Cast of Characters Generated by AI.

Notes:

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Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

9781789145243

1789145244