Venice: Art & Architecture [ILLUSTRATED] (Hardcover)

by Giandomenico Romanelli (Editor)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 912 pages
• Publisher: Konemann; illustrated edition edition (June 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3895085936
• ISBN-13: 978-3895085932
• Product Dimensions: 13.1 x 11.2 x 3.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,203,496 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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29 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Slightly lacking on the art side of things, May 20, 2000

By	P. J. Golda "Digilante" (Luxembourg) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The book consists of two books in a slipcase, and given its unusually large format and high quality paper, it weighs a ton. The weight is however well substantiated by the contents! The progression is chronological, right from the beginnings of Venice in Volume I, to modern items at the end of Volume II. The architecture side of things is covered by hundreds of top quality photographs of buildings inside and outside, as well as drawings, old photographs, and building plans. As for the art, there are countless clear representations of the masterpieces of the city. Having been in the city a few times, this book adds so much value, firstly by showing me reminders of the places and objects I have seen, and secondly by exposing the interiors of buildings usually closed to the casual visitor.

The reason why I rated this four stars instead of five, is because the book does not give as much coverage to Venice's art museums as I feel it should. Sure, the contents of the art museums were in large part not manufactured by Venetian artists, but all this art now forms part of Venice on account of having been in its museums for decades. Understandably, however, that would probably require another two volumes! Another area that was perhaps not covered sufficiently is that of glass. After all, Venetian glass is world famous, and it deserved more than a short chapter.

Overall however, this is the sort of book one would expect to find in the reference section of a top class library, and yet the price makes it affordable for your own home. It is also very much a scholarly work, filled with details in the text section. It is thus perfect for both those who want to look at the stunning pictures, and those who want to really get into the story behind it all. You will not be disappointed, and I recommend this work without reservation.

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a treasure for the lover of Italian art and architecture, April 5, 1999

By A Customer

This beautifully produced (and very well-priced) book is the kind one would expect to find in a library or museum reading room. It's comprehensive scope and breath-taking photographs give an accurate and intimate portrait of one of the world's most beautiful and intriguing cities. The reviewer has visited Venice several times, but still managed to find many surprizes in Romanelli's book - mainly palaces and other buildings not open to the general public. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Venice Art & Architecture, May 18, 2001

By A Customer

I borrowed these books from a friend. I could not believe my eyes. They are most fantastic! I have ordered a set for myself. I recommend them highly!