Duccio
Italy's Great Artists
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1h 4m
In the first half of the 14th Century, Siena was home to Europe's most important school of painting. The father of this school was Duccio di Buoninsegna, one of the most celebrated Italian painters in history. Join Dr. Rocky for this video lecture where he will explore the career of this extraordinary artist who, along with Giotto, heralded the dawn of the Renaissance.
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