History of Art

Description

Great artists change the way we look at the world and this book is a beautifully illustrated summary of painting's greatest works. From the glories of the High Renaissance in Italy to the emotional visions of the Romantics, and from the groundbreaking techniques of the Impressionists to the radical canvases of the Abstract Expressionists, this book provides a fascinating look at the major movements in the history of Western painting. A clear chronological structure allows the reader to see each movement in its historical context, and to appreciate the patterns that emerged. The book includes more than 160 beautiful reproductions in color.

A contemporary artist with a background in art history, A.N. Hodge trained at Central St. Martins Art College and now works as a curator for the Government Art Collection. She co-authored The A-Z of Art for Carlton Books.