Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 1002
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Visual Art: A history of art
Author: A History of Art
Author: Lawrence GowingPublisher:
ISBN: 9781856277587
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 992
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Art...
Author: Eleanor C. MunroPublisher:
ISBN: 9788013008886
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Encyclopedia of Visual Art
Author: Lawrence GowingPublisher:
ISBN: 9780852291870
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 207
Book Description
The Encyclopedia of Visual Art: History of art
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
This work spans the passage of time from the Stone Age to the present, from examples of early art to the glories of the Renaissance and the techniques of the art forms of today.
History of Art
Author: Horst Woldemar JansonPublisher: Prentice Hall
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 824
Book Description
This classic book uses an exceptional art program, featuring impeccable accurate five-color illustrations, to introduce readers to the vast world of painting, sculpture, architecture, photography, and the minor arts. With its effectively written, balanced, and interesting narrative, this book presents art as a succession of styles--from Prehistory through the 20th century--and enlarges the readers' capacity to appreciate works of art individually. Written more than 40 years ago, this text has been constantly reworked to respond to the needs of this ever-changing field. A reference work suitable for those employed in all art media, including painters, sculptors, photographers, and architects.
The Visual Arts: A History
Author: Hugh HonourPublisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 9781780671178
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
For over a quarter of a century this art historical tour de force has consistently proved the classic introduction to humandkind's artistic heritage. From our Paleolithic past to our digitised present, every continent and culture is covered in an articulate and well-balanced discussion--a broad and epic canvas that omits none of the fine detail. In this Revised Seventh Edition, contemporary art historian Michael Archer has brought the account of contemporary art up to date, reflecting the latest developments that continue to shape out cultural history.
History of Art
Author: H. W. JansonPublisher: Multy
ISBN: 9780810934450
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 1000
Book Description
The definitive survey of Western art is now available in a deluxe, one-volume slipcased edition, bound in rich cloth and stamped in gold foil. 1,243 illustrations, 736 in color. 111 line drawings. 12 maps.
The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques in Art
Author: Gerald W. R. WardPublisher:
ISBN: 0195313917
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 848
Book Description
"The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques deals with all aspects of materials, techniques, conservation, and restoration in both traditional and nontraditional media, including ceramics, sculpture, metalwork, painting, works on paper, textiles, video, digital art, and more. Drawing upon the expansive scholarship in The Dictionary of Art and adding new entries, this work is a comprehensive reference resource for artists, art dealers, collectors, curators, conservators, students, researchers, and scholars." "Similar in design to The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts, this one-volume reference work contains articles of various lengths in alphabetical order. The shorter, more factual articles are combined with larger, multi-section articles tracing the development of materials and techniques in various geographical locations. The Encyclopedia provides unparalleled scope and depth, and it offers fully updated articles and bibliography as well as over 150 illustrations and color plates." "The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques offers scholarly information on materials and techniques in art for anyone who studies, creates, collects, or deals in works of art. The entries are written to be accessible to a wide range of readers, and the work is designed as a reliable and convenient resource covering this essential area in the visual arts."
Space A Visual Encyclopedia
Author: DKPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744033535
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
From the Moon, Sun, and planets of our Solar System to space exploration, black holes, and dark matter, this completely revised and updated children's encyclopedia covers all you need to know about the cosmos. The most up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA combine with info panels, timelines, interviews, diagrams, and activities you can do at home to help you understand the majesty and wonder of space. Learn about the Space Race, the Apollo Moon Landings, the Voyager craft that first probed the outer planets, the Hubble telescope, and the International Space Station (ISS) - the state-of-the-art laboratory orbiting Earth. Find out about future missions, space tourism, and the latest discoveries in the furthest reaches of our galaxy. Discover how to find constellations and where to look for stars and planets, including Venus and Mars, in the night sky. Learn how galaxies such as our Milky Way were formed. Part of a series of best-selling encyclopedias for children, Space: A Children's Encyclopedia is a rocket ride from the beginning of time to the near future, and from planet Earth out to the furthest reaches of the Universe.