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The Art Book

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The Art Book by Phaidon Editors offers an engaging journey through the world of art, presenting 500 influential artists from medieval to modern times. Each artist is highlighted with a high-quality visual of their work alongside insightful commentary, offering readers an accessible introduction to the evolution of art across cultures and history. This book serves as a vibrant and comprehensive resource, perfect for art lovers and novices alike.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for visual creativity and culture. It offers a captivating journey through the art world, showcasing a diverse range of artists and their works in a beautifully crafted format. Perfect for those who appreciate the transformative power and rich history of art across different cultures and time periods.

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The latest, thoroughly revised edition of Phaidon's award-winning and globally-bestselling art survey, featuring works from more than 600 of the world's greatest artists

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Updated for only the third time in its 16-year history, this new edition of the award-winning landmark publication has been refreshed with more than 40 important new artists, including many previously overlooked and marginal practitioners. The new edition spotlights more than 600 great artists from medieval to modern times.

Breaking with traditional classifications, it throws together brilliant examples from all periods, schools, visions, and techniques, presenting an unparalleled visual sourcebook and a celebration of our rich, multifaceted culture.

The Art Book by Phaidon Editors is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the vast landscape of art history in a unique and engaging way.

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The Art Book by Phaidon Editors is highly regarded as an essential addition to any art lover’s collection, appreciated for its comprehensive coverage and engaging presentation of artists and works.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838661342

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Edition: Classic Format, Revised Edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 245.0mm

Weight: 2318g

Pages: 592

About the Author

Artists featured for the first time in this edition include: Berenice Abbott, Hilma af Klint, El Anatsui, Romare Bearden, Mark Bradford, Cao Fei, Cecily Brown, Judy Chicago, John Currin, Guerrilla Girls, Lee Krasner, Jacob Lawrence, Kerry James Marshall, Joan Mitchell, Zanele Muholi, Takashi Murakami, Louise Nevelson, Clara Peeters, Jenny Saville, Wolfgang Tillmans, and more

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