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The Art Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained

Overview

What makes something a great work of art? Written in plain English, The Art Book cuts through the jargon of art history and theory, and is packed with images of the world's greatest works of art and witty infographics that explore the ideas behind them. From prehistoric fertility figures to contemporary video installations, this is the perfect primer to the world of art. -- Cover.

ISBN 9780241239018
Category Arts and crafts
Call number
Physical description 352 pages:col. ill.;24 cm.
Edition year 2017
Bibliographical references? No
Publisher name Dorling Kindersley Limited
Publication year 2017
Place of publication London
Language English
Is series? Yes
Series name Big Ideas Simply Explained