On Painting by Leon Battista Alberti

Condition: Very good, Penguin Classics paperback with minimal wear.
Description: The revolutionary Renaissance treatise that transformed the history of art. Written in 1435, Alberti's groundbreaking work established the principles of perspective, proportion, and artistic theory that influenced generations of artists including Leonardo da Vinci. Covers the mathematical foundations of perspective, the use of light and color, and the moral responsibilities of the artist. An essential text for understanding Renaissance art theory and the development of Western painting techniques.