Szerző Thomas DaCosta Kaufmann

Savor a curious world where fruit and flowers become faces. Arcimboldo’s pictures were meant to amuse and also contained a deeper philosophical or political message. This comprehensive collection peels back their layers with wit and insight and illuminates…

Rudolf II: The Life and Legend of the Mad Emperor offers a fresh perspective on the Habsburg ruler, shedding new light on a reign often coloured by myths of madness. Contrary to popular belief, Rudolf was not a passive recluse but an engaged monarch,…