On the Perspective of Painting

An illuminating comparative translation of Piero della Francesca’s pioneering Renaissance work on scientific perspective, showcasing his groundbreaking methods and influence on art and architecture.

On the Perspective of Painting is the first English translation of Piero della Francesca’s renowned De Prospectiva Pingendi, complete with many of della Francesca’s drawings as well as never-before-seen drawings. Written between 1475 and 1481, De Prospectiva Pingendi was the first comprehensive m...