Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Altersempfehlung
ab 12 Jahr(e)
Erscheinungsdatum
31.10.2024
Verlag
Zinc ReadSeitenzahl
564
Maße (L/B/H)
21.5/13.9/3.1 cm
Gewicht
692 g
Auflage
1. Auflage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-6360-445-2
The autobiography opens with Cellini's early life in Florence, where he was born in 1500. He describes his artistic training and his natural talent for working with metals, which led to his early career as a goldsmith. His skill soon gained him recognition, and he moved in influential circles, serving popes, kings, and nobles. Throughout the narrative, Cellini portrays himself as a passionate, proud, and sometimes hot-headed individual, often embroiled in feuds with rivals and authorities. His descriptions of his creative process and the technical challenges he faced in crafting intricate works, such as medals, coins, and statues, provide an intimate glimpse into the life of a Renaissance artist. Cellini's autobiography is notable for its colorful and dramatic episodes, including his experiences in the courts of Pope Clement VII and King Francis I of France. He recounts events such as his role in defending Rome during the Sack of 1527, his imprisonment on accusations of embezzlement, and his daring escape from prison. Cellini's storytelling is rich with detail, blending historical events with personal exploits, offering readers an engaging and often embellished account of his life.
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