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Exploring the Zoological World
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Animal
Explore the beauty and diversity of the animal world through more than 300 captivating images
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Animal: Exploring the Zoological World chronicles the captivating visual history of zoology: a rich and multi-faceted discipline that straddles art, religion, science, and culture, from the birth of life to the present day.
Comprising 300 illustrations painstakingly selected by an international panel of experts, Animal draws from many cultures, countries, and eras. It presents iconic works by renowned artists, scientists, photographers, and field experts—ranging from manuscripts, paintings, sculptures, and photographs to animations, prints, sketches, and digital renderings.
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Animal by Phaidon Editors showcases over 300 breathtaking artworks depicting animals, combining art and science in a visually stunning coffee table book. It is praised for its engaging text, beautiful illustrations, and its ability to captivate art, animal, and cultural history enthusiasts alike. The book is noted for its thoughtful exploration of humankind's fascination with animals, making it a treasured addition to any nature lover's collection.
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ISBN: 9780714876818
Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 October 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd
Contributors:
- Introduction by James Hanken
- Contributions by Giovanni Aloi
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 35.0mm
Width: 250.0mm
Height: 290.0mm
Weight: 2510g
Pages: 352
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Twenty-eight curators, critics, art historians, and artists contributed their expertise to create this art-lover's ideal museum. They come from such institutions as: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the British Museum, London; the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; the J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu; the University of California, Berkeley; La Trobe University, Melbourne; the School of African and Oriental Studies, University of London; and The Courtauld Institute of Art, London.
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