The Alana collection (Newark, Delaware, Usa). Italian paintings from the 13th to 15th century

The Alana collection (Newark, Delaware, Usa). Italian paintings from the 13th to 15th century: Beautifully illustrated with full-page color plates and many b&w plates, this oversized volume (9.75x12.5") offers a detailed catalog of the rich Alana collection of Italian paintings. The material is grouped alphabetically by artist, with the artist's biography followed by detailed entries on his work (most are panel paintings). The entries document the work's physical condition, its provenance, the history of conservation and restoration, as well as the religious content and local patronage. The catalog concludes with an exhaustive bibliography and indexes of names and places. It's distributed in North America by The David Brown Book Co. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)