Great mysteries of the world of art. 100 stories about masterpieces of world art
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The pages of this book are filled with a multitude of intriguing facts about the creation and 'life' path of the greatest creations of humanity. You will learn the main mystery of the world: what is the mission of the Great Egyptian Sphinx? How and why did the father-composer of operetta Florimond Hervé end his days in a madhouse? How did Nell Gwyn, a beggar from the streets of London, manage to become a leading actress at the Drury Lane Theatre and the mistress of King Charles II himself? Why did Titian's contemporaries accuse him of murder? How and for what reason did a radio play based on Herbert Wells' play scare the entire America? And many other mysteries and astonishing phenomena of the world of art that to this day make scientists, writers, and art historians reflect, argue, and offer their own versions.
Author:
Author:Korovina E.A.
Cover:
Cover:hardcover
Category:
- Category:Arts & Photography
- Category:History & Geography
Paper:
Paper:white
Dimensions:
Dimensions:20x13x2.3 cm
Series:
Series:Great
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-227-04827-1
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