Paintings in the Hermitage

by Colin Eisler, Vitaly A. Suslov (Introduction), B.B. Piotrovsky (Introduction)

The Hermitage houses the world's largest collection of French paintings. Presented here are more than 750 full-color reproductions detailing the treasures of one of the most renowned and historic collection of paintings, from the Dutch Baroque and Italian Renaissance to Spanish El Greco and French Impressionist.

Genres: Art, Russia

649 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1990

About the author

Colin Tobias Eisler (1931 - ) is a German-born American art historian.

He is the Robert Lehman Professor Emeritus of Fine Arts at New York University's Institute of Fine Arts, and a widely published expert on early Netherlandish art.

Reviews

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

As an art lover, I'm often amazed when I see artworks in person. Since it's impossible to visit every major gallery worldwide, books like this are invaluable. "Paintings in the Hermitage" showcases the extensive collection of paintings in the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. The book also covers the museum's history and architectural development. It's the most comprehensive book on the Hermitage that I know of, and I highly recommend it.

[Erik · Rating 5 out of 5]

Birthday present, magnificent!