Gardens of the Renaissance symbols of desire “Martino Stierli

“Martino Stierli

Hinrichs here breathes vivid life into a delightful tale full of fun twists and an appealing cast of characters

ISBN 978-1-60606-043-8

Judith Keller is former senior curator in the Department of Photographs at the J

76 color and 18 b/w illustrations

Gardens of the Renaissance symbols of desire “Martino StierliBryan C. Keene Whether part of a grand villa or an extension of a common kitchen, gardens in the Renaissance were planted and treasured in all reaches of society. Illuminated manuscripts of the period offer a glimpse into how people at the time pictured, used, and enjoyed these idyllic green spaces. Drawn from a wide range of works in the Getty Museums permanent collection, this gorgeously illustrated volume explores gardens on many levels, from the