The latest volume in this beautifully produced and affordable series introduces readers to the major developments in the history of modern art--from Realism to the New Leipzig School. The story of modern art begins with a revolution--when the realists started rejecting romanticism in favor of depicting life as it really was. Since that movement began in the mid- 19th century, painters have been rebelling, rethinking, deconstructing, and challenging notions of what art is. Filled with stunning reproductions of some of the world's greatest masterpieces, this reference book offers a chronological journey through artistic revolutions. Each movement is presented in a series of informative presentations--a concise definition and description; full-page and smaller detailed color illustrations; and in-depth profiles of the artists crucial to the style's development. Covering a wide range of movements both familiar and obscure, this accessible and informative volume is a perfect introduction for readers interested in art's constantly evolving story.
Products specifications
ISBN13
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9783791348803
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Publisher
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Prestel
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Contributor
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By (author) Rosalind Ormiston
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Publication Date
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2014-03-24
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Language
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English
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Format
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Paperback / softback
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Pages
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144
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Product Dimensions (H x W x L) in mm
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240 X 193 X 210
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Shipping Weight (grams)
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500
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