The Life And Works Of Baldassare Peruzzi Of Siena : Kessinger Publishing : 9781432516048 : 1432516043 : 01 Mar 2007 : ""The Life and Works of Baldassare Peruzzi of Siena"" by William Winthrop Kent is a comprehensive study of the life and works of the Italian architect, painter, and sculptor Baldassare Peruzzi. Peruzzi was a prominent figure of the Italian Renaissance, known for his innovative architectural designs and contributions to the development of perspective in painting.The book begins with a detailed biography of Peruzzi, tracing his life from his birth in Siena in 1481 to his death in Rome in 1536. Kent explores Peruzzi's early training in Siena and his later studies in Rome, where he worked under the guidance of the great Renaissance artist Raphael.The second half of the book focuses on Peruzzi's artistic works, including his architectural designs for buildings in Rome and Siena, his paintings, and his sculptures. Kent analyzes Peruzzi's style and technique, and examines the