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Series: The Wonder of Art
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A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London's National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes. The evocative power of colour is central to the ways in which art appeals to our senses, emotions and imaginations. Colour tells...
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A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London's National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes.
The evocative power of colour is central to the ways in which art appeals to our senses, emotions and imaginations. Colour tells the vibrant story of colour from dazzling gold to cobalt blue, highlighting developments such as the use of rare pigments in medieval altarpieces and the invention of the paint tube that enabled Impressionist artists to work outdoors.
Published by National Gallery Group/Distributed by Yale University Press.
Series: The Wonder of Art
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Colour
A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London's National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes. The evocative power of colour is central to the ways in which art appeals to our senses, emotions and imaginations. Colour tells the vibrant story of colour from dazzling gold to cobalt blue, highlighting developments such...Hardback$3599Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeks -
Fashion
A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London's National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes. From soft furs and velvets to shimmering silks and glittering brocade, for centuries the depiction of clothing has allowed artists to flaunt their skills, flattering sitters and captivating viewers. Fashion delves into the evolving history of...Hardback$3599Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeks -
Saints
A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London's National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes. Martyrs and mystics, healers and hermits, visionaries and miracle workers: the images of saints in the Gallery's collection chart not only a history of devotion but also the development of Western European art itself. Saints takes...Hardback$5400Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeks -
Still Life
A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London's National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes. Still Life painting celebrates the extraordinary within the ordinary, offering a timeless reminder of the beauty that surrounds us every day. This book explores the rich variety of the genre through the lens of the National...Hardback$3599Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeks
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781857097450
Publisher: National Gallery Company Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 June 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: National Gallery Company Ltd
Illustration: 120 colour Illus
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 175.0mm
Height: 175.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 144
About the Author
Francesca Herrick is an art historian and educator specialising in the creation of historic paints and the story of colour.
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