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Volume 2: Italian Sculptures, 1941

 Series

Scope and Content of Collection

Volume 2 is comprised of seventeen (07-23) oversized black and white mounted photographs depicting a range of Italian sculptures and reliefs, found in various repositories in Florence, Italy originating between the 15th and 16th centuries. Within this Volume, most of the artists of the photographed artifacts are identified. The list of artists includes such renowned figures as Luca della Robbia, Andrea della Robbia, Giovanni della Robbia, Antonio Rossellino, Andrea del Verrocchio, and Michaelangelo Buonarroti. Celebrated works include Luca della Robbia’s “Madonna of the Apple” and Michaelangelo’s “Pieta.” Stone identified the negative number and art style and the period on the verso of each print.

Dates

  • Creation: 1931-1941

Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 3 boxes ((6 linear ft.) )

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Arrangement

Volume 2, is arranged according to the original order of the photographer.

Repository Details

Part of the SJSU Special Collections & Archives Repository

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