{"title":"Alix Pare","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlix Pare\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in exploring the rich intersections between visual art and cultural themes. Her works offer insightful perspectives on how imagery shapes our understanding of subjects like animals, nature, and everyday life, all through an artistic lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect beautifully illustrated books that celebrate creativity and detail, such as those focusing on \u003cem\u003eCats in Art\u003c\/em\u003e. These titles invite a thoughtful appreciation of art history and contemporary culture, making them perfect for lovers of both art and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cats-in-art-by-alix-pare-9781962098052","title":"Cats in Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFascinating, informative, compelling, memorable\u003c\/em\u003e —Midwest Book Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnravel the symbolic significance and creative influence of cats in art history through a curated collection of masterpieces, enhanced by timelines, maps, graphs, and quotes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that, until the Middle Ages, people were wary of half-domestic, half-wild animals? That cats evoked laziness, cruelty, greed, and even lust? And that \"having a cat's nose\" was a serious physical defect at the time?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cat traverses the history of civilizations and the history of art. Its symbolism fluctuates: revered in ancient Egypt, assimilated to Satan in medieval religious painting, companion to the free and independent artist in the 19th century. Throughout the pages, explore the works of Lorenzo Lotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Francisco de Goya, Auguste Renoir, Pierre Bonnard, Fernand Léger, Balthus, Andy Warhol, and more. Inside, you’ll find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA precise selection of essential and unexpected works\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear visual cues: timelines, maps, graphs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA variety of sidebars: anecdotes, background information, influences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCats in Art\u003c\/em\u003e by Alix Pare is a compelling journey through the intersection of feline allure and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602858688748,"sku":"9781962098052","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781962098052-cats-in-art.jpg?v=1778048563"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alix-pare.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}