Description
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF SCULPTURE COLLECTION/COLE
Book Summary
This work constitutes the updated and expanded edition of the official catalog of the National Museum of Sculpture in Valladolid, one of the most significant museum institutions in Spain. The reader will find an exhaustive tour of its holdings, which span from the 13th century to the present day, with a special emphasis on polychrome sculpture of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The publication offers a rigorous scientific update, incorporating the study of new acquisitions and expanding the documentary corpus for art enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals in the sector.
What is it about?
The book presents a comprehensive view of the collections of the National Museum of Sculpture, based in Valladolid. Through its 443 pages, it unfolds a detailed analysis of the most significant pieces, from medieval works to contemporary creations. The work not only describes the sculptures but contextualizes them historically and artistically, offering a precise scientific update that reflects the most recent research by the museum's team. It includes the study of new acquisitions, which expands knowledge about Spanish sculptural heritage and allows for an understanding of the evolution of techniques, materials, and aesthetic currents throughout the centuries.
Main themes
- Reasoned and updated catalog of the holdings of the National Museum of Sculpture in Valladolid.
- Spanish sculpture from the 13th century to the contemporary era, with an emphasis on Renaissance and Baroque polychrome imagery.
- Study of new acquisitions and expansion of the collection's documentary corpus.
- Historical, artistic, and technical contextualization of the works, including materials and restoration processes.
- Dissemination of cultural heritage and updates on museum research.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at art historians, museum curators, restorers, and university students of artistic disciplines. It is also of great interest to collectors, gallery owners, and art enthusiasts with an advanced level of knowledge who wish to delve deeper into Spanish sculpture. Likewise, it is an indispensable reference for any museum visitor seeking a more complete and documented understanding of its collections.
What this book provides
- Access to the most recent and updated research on the holdings of the National Museum of Sculpture.
- An exhaustive catalog that includes the study of new pieces incorporated into the collection.
- Detailed information on sculptural techniques, materials, and conservation processes.
- A rigorous reference tool for the study and dissemination of Spanish artistic heritage.
Technical data sheet
- Author: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area d
- Publisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. area d
- Language: Spanish
- Collection: FONDO
- Binding: Other
- Date of publication: February 2020
- Number of pages: 443
- Weight: 2239 g
Editorial assessment
This is a must-have reference publication for specialists in Spanish art, which updates and expands knowledge about one of the most important sculptural collections in the country. Its scientific rigor and the inclusion of new acquisitions make it a useful tool for both academic research and professional consultation. The interested reader will find within its pages an in-depth and well-documented study that enriches the understanding of the national sculptural heritage.