Written by Spanish art historian and professor Juan-Ramón Triadó, this educational volume serves as an accessible introduction to the complex themes, architecture, and masterworks of the Baroque period. Originally published in Spain and translated for this 1990 English edition, the book is noted for its high-quality color plates and its "key" format, which breaks down the social and political influences on 17th-century art for the student or casual reader. The book is in good vintage condition with a solid binding; the glossy cover shows some light surface wear, minor edge rubbing, while the internal pages remain clean and bright with only a small pencil notation on the front flyleaf.