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The Sistine Secrets: Michelangelo's Forbidden Messages in the Heart of the Vatican by Benjamine Blech & Roy Doliner-Hardcover-2008.
"The Sistine Secrets: Michelangelo's Forbidden Messages in the Heart of the Vatican" by Benjamin Blech and Roy Doliner is a book that explores the hidden meanings and messages supposedly encoded within Michelangelo's iconic frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
Benjamin Blech, a rabbi, and Roy Doliner, an art historian, collaborate to uncover what they believe are concealed messages in Michelangelo's artwork. They argue that Michelangelo, influenced by his deep religious convictions and his interactions with various intellectual circles of his time, embedded symbolic messages in his frescoes that conveyed unconventional ideas and criticisms of the Church.
The book posits that Michelangelo used symbolism and iconography to subtly express themes such as spiritual renewal, humanism, and even veiled criticisms of papal authority. It suggests that the artist employed esoteric knowledge and Kabbalistic concepts to convey these messages, which were intended to be understood by a select few who were initiated into these hidden meanings.
"The Sistine Secrets" challenges traditional interpretations of Michelangelo's work and presents a controversial thesis that the artist's creations were not merely religious commissions but also vehicles for conveying deeper philosophical and spiritual ideas. The authors argue that understanding these hidden messages provides a richer appreciation of Michelangelo's genius and the cultural and intellectual milieu of Renaissance Italy.
Overall, the book appeals to readers interested in art history, symbolism, and the intersection of religion and culture during the Renaissance. It invites readers to consider the possibility of secret meanings in one of the most celebrated works of Western art and explores the implications of these interpretations for understanding both Michelangelo's art and the historical context in which it was created.
Product details
- Publisher : Harper One (April 29, 2008)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 336 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0061469041
- ISBN-13 : 978-0061469046
- Item Weight : 1.4 pounds
- Dimensions : 6 x 1.12 x 9 inches
- Condition: Fine
- Dust Jacket: Fine (Is a folded Poster)
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"The Sistine Secrets: Michelangelo's Forbidden Messages in the Heart of the Vatican" by Benjamin Blech and Roy Doliner is a book that explores the hidden meanings and messages supposedly encoded within Michelangelo's iconic frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
Benjamin Blech, a rabbi, and Roy Doliner, an art historian, collaborate to uncover what they believe are concealed messages in Michelangelo's artwork. They argue that Michelangelo, influenced by his deep religious convictions and his interactions with various intellectual circles of his time, embedded symbolic messages in his frescoes that conveyed unconventional ideas and criticisms of the Church.
The book posits that Michelangelo used symbolism and iconography to subtly express themes such as spiritual renewal, humanism, and even veiled criticisms of papal authority. It suggests that the artist employed esoteric knowledge and Kabbalistic concepts to convey these messages, which were intended to be understood by a select few who were initiated into these hidden meanings.
"The Sistine Secrets" challenges traditional interpretations of Michelangelo's work and presents a controversial thesis that the artist's creations were not merely religious commissions but also vehicles for conveying deeper philosophical and spiritual ideas. The authors argue that understanding these hidden messages provides a richer appreciation of Michelangelo's genius and the cultural and intellectual milieu of Renaissance Italy.
Overall, the book appeals to readers interested in art history, symbolism, and the intersection of religion and culture during the Renaissance. It invites readers to consider the possibility of secret meanings in one of the most celebrated works of Western art and explores the implications of these interpretations for understanding both Michelangelo's art and the historical context in which it was created.
Product details
- Publisher : Harper One (April 29, 2008)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 336 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0061469041
- ISBN-13 : 978-0061469046
- Item Weight : 1.4 pounds
- Dimensions : 6 x 1.12 x 9 inches
- Condition: Fine
- Dust Jacket: Fine (Is a folded Poster)
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