During the span of his lifetime Bernard Berenson collected a noteworthy selection of books printed in the 16th century. Among these 120 titles some major areas of interest will be presented with this exhibition. Berenson, in fact, had a special interest in authors associated with the Florentine Academy and in their educational aims.... Read more about Exhibit highlights Berenson's Cinquecentine
The Berenson Library has recently acquired numerous facsimile editions of Renaissance manuscripts that were either illuminated by Italian artists or commissioned or owned by Italian patrons. A selection of the most splendid reproductions or important purchases is on view in the Berenson Reading Room and the vestibule of the Gould Hall.... Read more about New facsimiles of Renaissance masterpieces