Encyclopedia of Art for Young People

Zaczek, Iain; Beckett, Rachel; Allan, Tony; Chilvers, Ian; Peebles, Alice

ISBN 10: 0791094774 ISBN 13: 9780791094778

Casa editrice: Chelsea House Pub, 2007

Riassunto

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.

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 close analysis of a particular work or collection
• Connections, examining key stylistic influences among cultures or individual artists.

The final volume includes the comprehensive set index, and 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: The Renaissance
• Volume 4: The Baroque and Neoclassical Age
• Volume 5: The 19th Century
• Volume 6: The Early 20th Century
• Volume 7: Contemporary Art
• Volume 8: World Art.

Su questo libro

Product Description:

Book by Zaczek Iain Beckett Rachel Allan Tony Chilvers Ian

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Chelsea House Pub
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0791094774
• ISBN 13: 9780791094778
• Rilegatura: Rilegatura all'americana