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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ART FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
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| By: |
Marius Kwint |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| List price:
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£274.00 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0791094774 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780791094778 |
| Publisher: |
CHELSEA HOUSE PUBLISHERS |
| Pub. date: |
15 November, 2007 |
| Pages: |
8 |
| Description: |
An eight-volume set, arranged chronologically, that celebrates the rich history of art. Using full-color reproductions of well-known masterpieces and with a coverage of the life and times of pivotal artists, it provides a reference for the general student of art, and an introduction to the visual imagery that surrounds us. |
| Synopsis: |
"Encyclopedia of Art for Young People" is an eight-volume set, arranged chronologically, that celebrates the rich history of art in an appealing and accessible format. Using full-color reproductions of well-known masterpieces and in-depth coverage of the life and times of pivotal artists, this colorful new work provides a solid first reference for the general student of art and a captivating introduction to the wealth of visual imagery that surrounds us.The special feature boxes include: Inside the Artist, focusing on achievements of particular artists; Schools and Movements, identifying artistic movements within that time period; Tools and Techniques, looking at the artist's materials; Masterpiece, providing a keen analysis of a particular work or collection; and Connections, examining key stylistic influences among cultures or individual artists.The final volume includes the comprehensive set index, while each individual volume contains a glossary and valuable references.The eight volumes are: "Volume 1: Ancient and Classical Art"; "Volume 2: Medieval Art"; "Volume 3: Renaissance Art"; "Volume 4: Baroque and Neoclassical Art"; "Volume 5: 19th-Century Art"; "Volume 6: Early 20th-Century Art"; "Volume 7: Contemporary Art"; and "Volume 8: World Art". |
| Illustrations: |
illustrations |
| Publication: |
US |
| Imprint: |
Chelsea House Publishers |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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