★ Written by a scholar with dual expertise as a Candidate of Cultural Studies and Art Historian, plus a psychological perspective, offering in-depth and unique interpretations.

★ Goes beyond the inherent perception of the Three Great Masters of the Renaissance, presenting a comprehensive and diverse picture of Italian art to break cognitive limitations.

★ Reveals the formation context of European aesthetic ideals and explores the unique core of Italian culture, satisfying the desire for in-depth exploration.

Currently, the series consists of 12 books, including: MiniArt Series: Japanese Art – Masters and Masterpieces, MiniArt Series: Korean Masters and Classic Works, MiniArt Series: Treasures and Masters of Chinese Art, MiniArt Series: Masters and Timeless Treasures of French Art, MiniArt Series: Italian Art Masters and Timeless Masterpieces, MiniArt Series: Art Nouveau – Klimt, Mucha, Gaudí, MiniArt Series: Symbols, Emblems and Allegories in Art, MiniArt Series: Hokusai – Manga, Series and Engravings, MiniArt Series: Masters and Timeless Treasures of German Art, MiniArt Series: Edvard Munch – Art and Inner Monologue, MiniArt Series: Impressionist Masters and Light Masterpieces, MiniArt Series: Masters and Timeless Treasures of Spanish Art.

For most people, Italy is synonymous with art itself. The names of the titans of the Renaissance come to mind instantly, even for uninitiated lovers of beauty. But Italian art is not just Leonardo, Raphael, and Michelangelo—it is a vast, multifaceted world, a unique laboratory of beauty and harmony where the European aesthetic ideal has been shaped over centuries. From this book, you will learn about the history and core processes of Italian art, get to know the great painters, architects, and sculptors, and of course, discover the secret ingredients of the culture that make it recognizable and original.

Elena Vasilievna Okhotnikova is a Candidate of Cultural Studies, Art Historian, and Clinical Psychologist. She is the author of numerous books and articles on art history and the psychology of its perception, a lecturer at the educational project Magistrium, a teacher at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE), and a member of the Association of Art Historians.