Art: The Definitive Visual Guide

Dixon, Andrew Graham

ISBN 10: 1405322438 / ISBN 13: 9781405322430

Published by DK, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

Title: Art: The Definitive Visual Guide

Publisher: DK

Publication Date: 2008

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis:

Filled with more than 8,000 paintings and sculpture from around the world, this is ultimate visual guide to the history of art.

Featuring examples of the world's most celebrated, influential, and iconic artworks, this beautiful volume brings a gallery into your home where you can learn everything you need to know about art and artists.

Linger over 8,000 stunning works from 700 artists and explore the major milestones, from cave paintings to modern masterpieces. Learn how to "read" composition, subject matter, technique and style. Gain a better understanding of key artworks through detailed close-up examinations that explore and explain the artist's intentions and techniques, while picture-packed gallery pages explore common artistic themes such as landscapes, nudes and animals.

Created in collaboration with the biggest art library in the world, Bridgeman, this is a must-have for every family bookshelf.

Review:

"This [is a] staggeringly impressive, wonderfully well-designed book...it's a near-perfect overview of art history."
-- Sunday Times (Culture Magazine), 30th November 2008