Catalogue of Sculpture

'Catalogue of Sculpture (Sixteenth to Eighteenth Centuries): In the Collection of the Hispanic Society of America' is a detailed survey of sculptural art from the late Renaissance to the end of the eighteenth century. This scholarly work provides an in-depth look at a significant collection of Spanish and Hispanic works, offering a window into the artistic achievements of the period. The text explores various mediums, including wood, marble, and ivory, while tracing the stylistic transitions from the solemnity of early religious figures to the ornate complexity of the Baroque. By documenting the pieces held within the society’s collection, the book offers valuable insights into the cultural and historical contexts that shaped these masterpieces.As a vital resource for art historians and researchers, this catalogue highlights the importance of preserving and studying Hispanic art. It presents a clear overview of the thematic and technical evolution of sculpture over three centuries, making it an indispensable reference for anyone interested in the enduring legacy of European and Hispanic craftsmanship.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.