Bernard Berenson
Art historian and author of paintings
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Thinkers & Philosophers
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United States
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An influential art historian and author, contributed to the study and appreciation of Italian Renaissance art. His writings focused on the evaluation and attribution of paintings, establishing norms in the field. Berenson played a significant role in the development of connoisseurship, emphasizing the importance of visual analysis. He collaborated with several art institutions and collectors, enhancing public understanding of major works. His seminal work 'The Italian Painters of the Renaissance' established his reputation within art history.
Authored 'The Italian Painters of the Renaissance'
Provided expertise on major Italian artworks
Established influential art connoisseurship methods
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