The History of Art

An Hodge

The History of Art
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Sirius Entertainment
Country
United Kingdom
Published
26 November 2024
Pages
208
ISBN
9781398843349

The History of Art

An Hodge

Take a tour through the history of painting from the Early Renaissance to modern day in this richly illustrated hardback guide, filled with spectacular full-color artwork.

Great artists change the way we look at the world. From Manet to Goya, and Rothko to Caravaggio, this comprehensive guide traces the development of artistic styles and spots connections between them. Discover the major movements in western painting, and the life and times of the influential artists whose experimentation shaped the course of art history.

  • Suitable for everybody, from the casual reader to students of art history
    • A clear chronological structure allows the reader to see each movement in its historical context and to appreciate the patterns that emerge
    • A comprehensive overview of painting, from the sacred beauty of Giotto's The Raising of Lazarus to Gerhard Richter and Luc Tuymans
    • Includes an essay on the development of painting techniques throughout the ages
    • Features more than 150 beautiful reproductions

With feature boxes, timelines and examples throughout this is an ideal introduction for students, artists and enthusiasts looking to refresh their knowledge of the story of western art.

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