Scripta Maneant is an Italian publishing house renowned for producing high-quality art books that celebrate the nation’s rich cultural heritage
Established in Bologna, the company has carved a niche in creating meticulously crafted volumes that combine scholarly research with exceptional photography, offering readers an immersive experience into Italy’s artistic and historical treasures.
The publishing house has undertaken significant photographic campaigns in iconic locations such as the Basilica of Saint Mark in Venice and the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. These projects aim to document and preserve the intricate details of these masterpieces, making them accessible to a broader audience and ensuring their legacy for future generations.
Scripta Maneant’s catalogue encompasses a diverse range of subjects, including Renaissance art, Italian fashion, and religious architecture. Each publication is the result of collaboration with experts, historians, and photographers, ensuring accuracy and depth. The company’s commitment to excellence has earned it recognition in the publishing industry, with accolades highlighting its contribution to cultural preservation.
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Recent titles include Artemisia, a comprehensive monograph on Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi. This volume features over 60 of her works, including pieces from private collections and two recently authenticated paintings discovered in a bombed palace in Beirut, enhanced by ultra-high-resolution photography and newly uncovered letters penned by the artist.
Florence – Dawn and Triumph of the Renaissance presents an immersive journey into the city’s pivotal role during the Renaissance period. The publication combines detailed imagery of Florence’s iconic artworks and architecture with insightful commentary, highlighting the city’s artistic evolution.
In Giotto – The Scrovegni Chapel, readers are offered an intimate look at Giotto’s frescoes within the renowned chapel. The book showcases the intricate details and historical significance of these masterpieces, underscoring Giotto’s influence on Western art.
The definitive complete work La Capella Sistina presents every detail of all the Sistine frescoes, from the side stories by the Umbrian and Tuscan masters (Perugino, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Cosimo Rosselli…) to the frescoes by Michelangelo on the Ceiling and the Last Judgement. The result of the photo shoot created and made by Scripta Maneant delivers the definitive publishing work to history, and also a new tool for the conservation and protection of these masterpieces.
Beyond traditional publishing, Scripta Maneant engages in initiatives that promote art and culture, striving to bring Italy’s artistic achievements to the forefront of global appreciation. Through its work, the company not only showcases the beauty of Italian art but also emphasizes the importance of safeguarding cultural heritage.