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Sculptor and architect Bernini was the virtual creator and greatest exponent of Baroque in 17th century Italy. He has left his greatest mark on Rome where Papal patronage provided him with enormous architectural commissions.

Table of Contents
BerniniList of Plates
List of Text Figures
Foreword
Introduction
1. The Prodigy
2. Bernini in Command
3. Disaster and Triumph
4. Two Churches and St. Peter's
5. Le Cavalier en France
6. The Late Works
Bibliographical Note
Notes to the Text
Index

Bernini

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      Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
      Publication Date: 18/01/1991
      ISBN13: 9780140135985, 978-0140135985
      ISBN10: 0140135987
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Sculptor and architect Bernini was the virtual creator and greatest exponent of Baroque in 17th century Italy. He has left his greatest mark on Rome where Papal patronage provided him with enormous architectural commissions.

      Table of Contents
      BerniniList of Plates
      List of Text Figures
      Foreword
      Introduction
      1. The Prodigy
      2. Bernini in Command
      3. Disaster and Triumph
      4. Two Churches and St. Peter's
      5. Le Cavalier en France
      6. The Late Works
      Bibliographical Note
      Notes to the Text
      Index

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