Fra Angelico

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Supino, I. B. (Igino Benvenuto), 1858-1940.

Contributor:

Scott, Leader, 1837-1902

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Fra Angelico" by J. B. Supino is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and artistic contributions of Fra Giovanni Angelico, also known as Fra Angelico, one of the foremost painters of the Italian Renaissance. It explores his devout nature, the mystical peacefulness of his art, and the significant influence he had on the spiritual and artistic realms during his lifetime. At the start of the text, the author reflects on the legendary aspects of Fra Angelico's life, portraying him as a deeply spiritual figure who infused his art with piety and reverence. The narrative sets the tone by discussing his creative process, which reportedly involved prayer and a state of devotion before commencing his paintings. It introduces the early years of his life, highlighting his artistic training and evolution from illuminating manuscripts to creating masterful panel paintings and frescoes. The opening portion establishes a foundation for further exploration of Angelico's works and the historical context surrounding his life, suggesting an intricate merge of faith and artistry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2007-05-21