Portrait of Venice
By: Giandomenico Romanelli ; photography by Mark E. Smith ; edited by Cesare M. Cunaccia ; [translated by Antony Shugaar].
Contributors: Smith, Mark; Cunaccia, Cesare M.; Shugaar, Antony.
Publisher: Rizzoli; Rizzoli International Publications, Incorporated
Published: 1997
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 323
Subjects: Art, Italian -- Italy -- Venice.; Architecture -- Italy -- Venice.; Venice (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc..
Description: Portrait of Venice presents a cultural tour of the most remarkable architecture and urban development throughout the history of this great city - from medieval times through Gothic, Renaissance, and neo-classical periods, and into the twentieth century. The works of architects and painters, and the monuments of the city's prominent families and rulers are captured here in over 450 color photographs.

The text provides a history of the urban development of Venice, and promotes an understanding of the fascinating struggles and politics that influenced the current face of the city.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 317) and index.
Translation of: Ritratto di Venezia.