Dimensions
187 x 235 x 22mm
A Reference for the Rest of Us.
Beginner Level.
Finally, a user-friendly art reference that explores the work of the great painters, sculptors and photographers of the world. This book is a down-to-earth guide that covers the basics of art history, from the Mona Lisa and the Italian Renaissance to Picasso and Cubism. Thomas Hoving answers the most frequently asked questions about the great artists' personal and artistic lives and explores the fundamentals of art appreciation.
The book also offers a checklist for visiting galleries and museums, sharing with you what to see first, what not to miss, and how to see the most in one day. The book also provides advice on starting an art collections, and explains how art is priced, what determines its worth, and where it can be found.
