{"product_id":"9788481817478","title":"EL GRECO MUSEUM GUIDE 2020","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEL GRECO MUSEUM GUIDE 2020\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis official guide, published by the Ministry of Culture, offers a complete and updated tour of the El Greco Museum in Toledo. The reader will find an introduction to the Cretan painter and the history of the recently remodeled museum, followed by a detailed explanation of the permanent exhibition. Throughout its pages, the reader is invited to discover every room of the house-museum and the masterpieces it houses, such as the iconic \"View and Plan of Toledo\" and the \"Apostolate\" series. It is the perfect tool to deeply understand and appreciate the legacy of Doménikos Theotokópoulos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guide begins with a concise yet enriching contextualization of El Greco’s life and work, as well as the history of the museum itself, which has undergone a recent renovation. It then moves into a detailed tour of the permanent exhibition, structured by each of the house-museum’s rooms. The reader can follow the exhibition narrative, learning about the key pieces displayed in each room, with special attention given to two of the most significant collections: the impressive \"View and Plan of Toledo\" and the famous \"Apostolate\" series, which brings together the twelve apostles in high-quality canvases. The work functions as a guided tour on paper, providing the keys to understanding the context, technique, and iconography of the works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLife and work of Doménikos Theotokópoulos (El Greco).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory and architecture of the El Greco Museum in Toledo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed analysis of the museum's permanent exhibition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStudy of masterpieces such as \"View and Plan of Toledo\" and the \"Apostolate\" series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical and artistic context of the Renaissance and Mannerism in Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide is recommended for visitors to the El Greco Museum who desire a richer and better-documented experience, as well as for art lovers, art history students, and anyone interested in the figure of El Greco and his legacy in Toledo. It is equally useful for those who cannot travel but wish to gain a deep understanding of the museum's contents from home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA structured and complete guided tour of the museum, facilitating an understanding of its collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to interpreting El Greco's most iconic works, such as \"View and Plan of Toledo\" and the \"Apostolate\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated information about the museum following its recent renovation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA practical and visual reference resource for preparing for or recalling your visit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. area d\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. area d\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: ARTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: FUND\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: August 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 97\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 292 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an official reference guide, ideal for anyone seeking a rigorous and well-structured approach to the El Greco Museum. Its didactic approach and attention to the details of the collection make it a valuable complement to the visit, offering context that enriches the viewer's experience. It is a useful publication for both the general public and specialists, fulfilling its role of disseminating artistic heritage in a clear and accessible way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MINISTERIO DE EDUCACIÓN, CULTURA Y DEPORTE. ÁREA D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405018685787,"sku":"9788481817478","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848181747.jpg?v=1781821640","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788481817478","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}