Published in 1907, 'Botticelli' by Henry Bryan Binns is a comprehensive biography of the Italian painter Sandro Botticelli, a key figure of the Renaissance. The book chronicles Botticelli's life from his early years in a family of tanners to his apprenticeship under Fra Filippo Lippi and his significant commissions from the Medici family. Binns analyzes Botticelli's major works, including 'The Birth of Venus' and 'Primavera,' while exploring the cultural and philosophical influences of his time, such as neo-Platonism and Savonarola's impact. This biography highlights Botticelli's artistic contributions and the complexities of his character within the context of Renaissance Florence.
