Italian Masters In German Galleries: A Critical Essay On The Italian Pictures In The Galleries Of Munich, Dresden, Berlin

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This book is a detailed study of Italian art in the collections of some of Germany's most important galleries. Morelli's critical approach to connoisseurship and attribution has been highly influential, and this volume is an excellent example of his method. By carefully analyzing the style and technique of each painting, Morelli is able to distinguish the genuine works of Italian masters from the many copies and fakes that were circulating in the art market of his time. His insights are still highly relevant to scholars and enthusiasts of Italian art today.