Uncovering the Forgotten Secrets and Hidden Life Histories of Iconic Works of Art.
The history of art is full of extraordinary stories, twists and turns. Here, the forgotten secrets and hidden life histories of eight iconic masterpieces from the 1500s to the 1960s are uncovered. By following the trail of clues unearthed through each work of art, this book explores the life of each artist and the masterpiece from the conception of the work through to its unveiling and afterlife. It offers a fascinating route into art history to discover the dynamic and varied history of each work.
Intriguing and beautifully illustrated, this book offers an innovative and compelling introduction to the extraordinary stories in the history of art.
Includes the work of these masters: Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Rembrandt Van Rijn, Francisco Goya, Vincent Van Gogh, Edvard Munch, Pablo Picasso, and Andy Warhol.
