Ian Chilvers
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An introductory survey of art from the Upper Paleolithic period through the early twenty-first century, featuring color reproductions of masterpieces, highlights of specific artists and movements, a discussion of tools and techniques used, and a look at stylistic influences between artists and cultures.
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A sumptuous, visual guided tour of 66 of the world's greatest paintings, each examined in unrivaled depth. Ranging from works by Zhang Zeduan, a 12th-century Chinese master, to modern masterpieces by Rothko and Anselm Kiefer, this book provides an excellent visual introduction to the history of art in chronological order. Alongside a magnificent gallery of iconic paintings with more than 700 full-color photographs, the story behind each painting is...