Materiality of Terracotta Sculpture in Early Modern Europe

Through meticulously researched case studies, this book explores the materiality of terracotta sculpture in early modern Europe.

Chapters present a broad geographical perspective showcasing examples of modelling, firing, painting, and gilding of clay in Portugal, Spain, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands. The volume considers known artworks by celebrated artists, such as Luca della Robbia, Andrea ...