Timelines of Art by DK (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Timelines of Art by DK This beautiful book brings you the very best of art throughout history – using a truly innovative timeline-led approach. Savour iconic paintings such as Leonardo da Vincis Last Supper and Monets Waterlilies, and discover less well-known artists, styles, and movements the world over – from Indigenous Australian art to the works of Ming-era China. And explore recurring themes, such as love and religion, and important genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art, along the way. Timelines of Art provides detailed analysis of the works of key artists, showing details of their technique – such as Leonardos use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manets Le Déjeuner sur lherbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalized society, and it traces how certain artists, genres or movements informed the works of others – showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, or how Van Gogh was influenced by Japanese prints.Comprehensive, accessible, and lavishly illustrated throughout, Timelines of Art is an essential guide to the pantheon of world art, so dive straight into discover: - An overview of each movement, including the social and cultural background of the period, grounds the works of art in the spirit of their times.- Turning-point paintings that triggered or epitomized each artistic movement are identified and explained, against a backdrop of influences – the technical advances, admired techniques of an earlier artist, and changes in society that enabled new directions in art.- Glossary of technical terms and comprehensive index help make this an indispensable work of reference for any art-lover.Timelines of Art is the perfect art history book for students of art and/or history, proving ideal for families, schools and libraries and doubling up as a great gift for the art lover in your life. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the worlds leading illustrated reference publisher and part of Penguin Random House, formed on July 1, 2013. DK publishes highly visual, photographic nonfiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 87 countries and in 62 languages, with offices in Delhi, London, Melbourne, Munich, New York, and Toronto. DKs aim is to inform, enrich, and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products. Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery, and parenting. DKs extensive childrens list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers, and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the bestselling LEGO® books. DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiots Guides series and Prima Games, video gaming publishers, as well as the award-winning travel publisher, Rough Guides. Review "Aside from being an art lovers muse, Art That Changed the World is a perfect coffee table solution for any home in need of conversation or enlightenment" – The Art Mag "Informative new book on history of art movements makes a loaded subject an easy and enjoyable read." – Utne Reader Review Quote "Aside from being an art lovers muse, Art That Changed the World is a perfect coffee table solution for any home in need of conversation or enlightenment" - The Art Mag "Informative new book on history of art movements makes a loaded subject an easy and enjoyable read." - Utne Reader Details ISBN0744073766 Author DK Pages 400 Language English Year 2023 Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0744073766 ISBN-13 9780744073768 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2023-04-18 Publisher DK Imprint Dorling Kindersley Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2023-04-18 NZ Release Date 2023-04-18 US Release Date 2023-04-18 UK Release Date 2023-04-18 Series DK Timelines DEWEY 709 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:141909430;

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