Correggio : A Collection of Fifteen Pictures and a Portrait of the Painter with Introduction and Interpretation

Estelle M. Hurll's 'Correggio' offers an in-depth analysis of the Italian Renaissance artist Antonio Allegri, known as Correggio. Through a combination of art historical research and vivid descriptions, Hurll explores Correggio's groundbreaking techniques in perspective and use of light and shadow, which influenced the development of Baroque art. The book delves into Correggio's masterpieces such as 'The Assumption of the Virgin' and 'Jupiter and Io,' shedding light on his innovative approach to composition and representation. Hurll's writing is both informative and engaging, making 'Correggio' a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and scholars alike. The book is a must-read for those interested in Renaissance art and the evolution of painting techniques in 16th-century Italy.