Alessandro Vezzosi - Michelangelo Assoluto - 2012

Alessandro Vezzosi
Michelangelo Absolute
Scripta Maneant 2012
Prestige binding in half-leather with 6 raised bands on the spine and parchment-covered boards with gold embossing and titles, editorial case with gold embossing and titles on both sides
415 pages with numerous illustrations, including full-page plates
Dust jacket with slight signs of time
Limited edition: copy 48/1999
No posters or screen prints indicated in the colophon
The volume shown in the photo is the one actually for sale

A concert of authors approaches Michelangelo's work in the most exhaustive way, offering a comprehensive analysis. Alongside the painting masterpieces and sculpture, it presents architectural themes, philosophical themes, and the poetical writing, turning the gaze also to the daily life of the mighty master.
The volume restores to the reader all the humanity and complexity of Michelangelo, inviting us to physically experience his parabola of tireless creation.
The overall result provides a complete view of Michelangelo: all his works and the deep motives that marked the ways of execution, leading to the achievements the world will know forever.