Der Cicerone

Der Cicerone: Malerei, by Jacob Burckhardt, is a seminal work of art history and a foundational text in the study of the Italian Renaissance. First published in 1855, this volume offers a comprehensive overview of painting, drawing on Burckhardt’s extensive knowledge and insightful analysis. Designed as a guidebook, “Der Cicerone” directs the reader through the artistic landscape of Italy, providing critical assessments of major works and artists. Burckhardt’s approach combines meticulous scholarship with an appreciation for aesthetic qualities, making the book accessible to both scholars and art enthusiasts. This work remains essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the development of art historical thought and the rich artistic heritage of the Renaissance.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 will 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.