Leon Battista Alberti
À propos de l'auteur
Leon Battista Alberti was an Italian polymath of the Renaissance who made significant contributions to various fields including architecture, literature, and art theory. Born in Genoa, he was raised in a wealthy family, which provided him with a broad education. Alberti's works, such as "Della Pittura" and "Della Statua," laid the foundations for modern theories of perspective and art, emphasizing the importance of proportion and symmetry. His writings not only influenced artists but also architects, as he sought to revive the principles of classical architecture in his designs.
Nationalité
Italien
Date de naissance
February 2, 1404
Lieu de naissance
Genoa, Liguria, Italy
Date de décès
April 25, 1472
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