Often overshadowed by the cities of Florence and Rome inart-historical literature, this volume argues for the importance ofNaples as an artistic and cultural centre, demonstrating thebreadth and wealth of artistic experience within the city.* Generously illustrated with some illustrations specificallycommissioned for this book* Questions the traditional definitions of 'cultural centres'which have led to the neglect of Naples as a centre of artisticimportance* A significant addition to the English-language scholarship onart in Naples