Leonardo's Judas
Perutz, Leo, 1882-19571989
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Set in 1498, this deals with Leonardo da Vinci's attempts to find a model for the figure of Judas, in his painting "The Last Supper". This he finds in Joachim Behaim, an honest German merchant who has had to commit an act of betrayal in order to recover a debt. Thus he is perfect for Judas.
Main title:
Leonardo's Judas / Leo Perutz ; translated from the German by Eric Mosbacher.
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Imprint:
London : Collins Harvill, 1989.
Collation:
[208]p. ; 23cm.
Notes:
Translation of: Der Judas des Leonardo.
ISBN:
9780002714686
Dewey class:
FICTION
Local class:
FICTION
Language:
EnglishGerman
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BRN:
22696
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