bruegel, pieter

Recounts the Greek myth of Icarus, who flew too close to the sun, using the details from the 16th century painting by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, "Landscape with the Fall of Icarus.".

For over two years in the mid-1500s, Pieter Bruegel keeps a journal of his trip from his home in Antwerp, The Netherlands, to Rome, where he studies art before returning home again.

Briefly examines the life and work of the sixteenth-century Flemish painter, describing and giving examples of his art.

Briefly examines the life and work of the sixteenth-century Flemish painter, describing and giving examples of his art.

Interprets in rhyme some of the many details to be found in Brueghel's large painting, "The Village Fair.".

Interprets the painting by Flemish artist Pieter Bruegel the Elder that depicts the building of the Tower of Babel.

An introduction to the life and work of sixteenth-century Flemish painter Pieter Bruegel, discussing his cultural and historical importance, and including a chronology and over one hundred color illustrations with explanatory captions.