Art

The ultimate introduction to global art, presenting 30,000 years of creativity in a beautifully illustrated book. Discover everything you need to know about art history in this comprehensive guide. Art: The Definitive Visual Guide brings a gallery of over 2,500 of the world's greatest paintings and sculptures into your home. Spanning 30,000 years, from cave paintings to contemporary art, this impressive chronological exploration of every major artistic movement provides an introduction to the significant milestones of each era, from the tomb paintings of ancient Egypt and the art of the Qing Dynasty to the Cubism of the 20th century and contemporary African art. Dedicated pages explain how art works and show how artists use color and composition. A visual timeline of key works offers an overview of the scope of each significant movement, and each era and art movement is introduced with essential information that places the art in the context of its time. Accessible to art newcomers as well as seasoned enthusiasts, Art: The Definitive Visual Guide is a must-have for any bookshelf.