Art: The Whole Story
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The most accessible history of world art ever assembled.Written by an international team of artists, art historians, and curators, this absorbing and beautiful book gives readers unparalleled insights into the worlds most iconic artworks. Art: The Whole Story traces the development of art period by period, with the informative and highly illustrated text covering every genre, from painting and sculpture to conceptual art and performance art. Cultural timelines are included as well, in order to help readers with each movements historical context.Masterpieces that epitomize each period or movement are highlighted and analyzed in detail. Everything from use of color and visual metaphors to technical innovations are explained, giving readers the tools to interpret the meanings of worldfamous masterpieces. Highlights include Mughal miniatures; Japanese prints from the nineteenth century; the color theories behind Seurats remarkable La Grande Jatte; and why Picassos Les Demoiselles dAvignon was so shocking in its day. 1100+ color illustrations
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