Alberti Dureri Clarissimi Pictoris Et Geometrae De Symmetria Partium Humanorum Corporum Libri Quatuor, E Germanica Lingua, In Latinam Versi
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About Reproduction
Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Alberti Dureri Clarissimi Pictoris Et Geometrae De Symmetria Partium Humanorum Corporum Libri Quatuor, E Germanica Lingua, In Latinam Versi", originally brought to life by the talented Albert Durer Lucas. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Albert Durer Lucas and his artistic vision.
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Painting Description
"Alberti Dureri Clarissimi Pictoris Et Geometrae De Symmetria Partium Humanorum Corporum Libri Quatuor, E Germanica Lingua, In Latinam Versi" (commonly known as "Four Books on Human Proportion") is a seminal work on human anatomy and proportion by the renowned German Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. The title translates to "Four Books on the Symmetry of the Human Body Parts, by the Most Famous Painter and Geometer Albrecht Dürer, Translated from German into Latin." This work, originally published posthumously in 1528, represents one of the earliest systematic studies of the mathematical proportions of the human form.
In this treatise, Dürer explores the concept of an ideally proportioned human body and delves into the geometric underpinnings of artistic representation. The text is divided into four books, each addressing different aspects of human proportion. Dürer's work was groundbreaking in that it applied the principles of mathematics and geometry to the aesthetics of the human figure, influencing not only artists but also scientists interested in the mechanics of the body.
The Latin edition, translated from the original German, made Dürer's theories more accessible to the scholars of the time, as Latin was the lingua franca of educated Europeans. The treatise's illustrations, woodcuts designed by Dürer himself, are notable for their detail and precision, serving as both an artistic and scientific reference.
Dürer's work on human proportions is considered a classic in the fields of art history and the study of human anatomy. It reflects the Renaissance ideal of the 'Vitruvian Man' and the search for harmony and beauty through the application of universal mathematical principles. The influence of "De Symmetria Partium Humanorum Corporum" extends beyond its time, contributing to the development of later artistic and anatomical studies.
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