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Dorling Kindersley

Art History at a Glance  
The history of painting is as unique as it is complex, and this book presents it impressively. Take a look at painting throughout the art periods: from the first pigments and frescoes to the emergence of linear perspective in the Renaissance, and the influence of photography and the development of modern art. Over 600 high-quality illustrations showcase the most important works in detail.  

The Greatest Artworks of Painting and Their History  
Discover the greatest paintings of all time! On this richly illustrated journey through the history of painting, you will learn how artists were inspired by new materials and techniques in their greatest works. The elaborately designed pages explain the development of individual motifs over the epochs while conveying the most important works in all their details.  

- Art history of the last 5,000 years: from ancient beginnings through the Renaissance to modern painting.  
- Background information on individual works: Learn everything about the creation history of significant works and individual motifs such as landscapes in painting.  
- Rich illustrations: Over 600 impressive color reproductions of artworks, often with detail excerpts, allow you to rediscover art in a whole new way.  

This book on art history will change your understanding of art! A colorful and inspiring look at painting throughout the ages.

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