Le Pitture Di Bologna

Originally published in the 17th century, this monumental work by Carlo Cesare Malvasia remains one of the most important sources of information on the art and artists of Bologna. The book features detailed descriptions and critical analyses of the paintings in Bologna's churches and public spaces, as well as biographies of the artists who created them.
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