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Salvator Rosa: His Life and Times

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Salvator Rosa was not only an artist, but also a musician, a comic actor and a poet. This study examines Rosa's art, his life and his opinions set against the background of the creative activity of 17th-century Italy. All aspects of his artistic output are discussed and illustrated.

272 pages, Hardcover

First published January 24, 1996

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November 16, 2012
When I was a teenager and really into Anne Rice novels, she referenced Salvatore Rosa and I felt like I uncovered a jewel. Human Frailty was very thought provoking and this book made me much more interested in 17th century painters.
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