Courtezan Olympia: An Intimate Survey Of Artists And Their Mistress-Models

The Courtezan Olympia: An Intimate Survey Of Artists And Their Mistress-Models is a book written by C. J. Bulliet. The book explores the relationship between artists and their mistress-models during the Renaissance period. The main focus of the book is on the life and work of Olympia, a famous courtesan who was the muse of several artists, including Titian and Tintoretto. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the role of mistress-models in the art world and how they influenced the work of the artists they posed for. It also delves into the social and cultural context of the time, providing a vivid picture of the lives of courtesans and artists in Renaissance Italy. The book is a must-read for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of art and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.