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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: Benvenuto Cellini – Autobiography

Born on November 3, 1500, Italian goldsmith, sculptor, soldier, musician and artist Benvenuto Cellini became fame for his poetry and autobiography prior to his death on February 13, 1571.  He was one of the most famous artists of Mannerism.  Aloha … Continue reading

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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini

We have previously discussed this master of Mannerism and his Autobiography previously.  The man’s self importance is only matched by the interesting manner in which he conveys this sense into a compelling autobiography that should be read once by all.  I would … Continue reading

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