Mornings in Florence: Being Simple Studies of Christian Art, for English Travellers

"Mornings in Florence: Being Simple Studies of Christian Art, for English Travellers" is a treasure trove of information on the history and significance of Renaissance painting. In this book he discusses the changing styles and techniques, as well as the underlying meaning behind each work. This text is an excellent guide to understanding both art and Christian religious iconography.John Ruskin writes about the importance of simplicity in artwork. He discusses how artists should find beauty in a simple thing like an object, place, or person, and then share that beauty with others by painting or sculpting what they have seen.