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The artist's eyes : vision and the history of art

by Michael F. Marmor, James G. Ravin

This study examines the relationship between ophthalmology and art history, investigating how vision and eye diseases influenced the techniques of famous painters. It analyses the physiological factors and visual perception behind specific artistic styles.

Accession 11755 ISBN 9780810948495 Publisher Abrams
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