Original French edition: Grand inventaire de l'art. : Editions Arola, 2018 Translation from the German: Paul Kelly.
Contents:
Prehistory (ca. 30,0000-2000 BC) -- Antiquity (ca. 3000 BC-450 AD) -- Middle Ages I (Byzantine and Romonesque Art, ca. 450-1150) -- Middle Ages II (Gothic, ca. 1150-1500) -- Renaissance (ca. 1400-1600) -- Baroque and Classicism (ca. 1600-1790) -- Art of Revolution (ca. 1790-1890) -- Avant-Garde (ca. 1890-1945) -- Contemporary Art (ca. 1945-1990) -- Art of Today -- Solutions.
Summary:
"What is art? Art is cave paintings, pyramids, statues, castles, the Mona Lisa, an upside-down toilet, Banksy's graffiti, and much, much more. Learn about the different historical periods, movements, and themes in art as well as the most famous works of art and architecture throughout time. Look closely to discover in which periods the Colosseum, the Eiffel Tower, the first camera, and Andy Warhol are to be found. This playful introduction to art history is packed with look-and-find fun for the whole family."--Back cover. "Let's explore the great periods of Western art, from prehistory to the present day. You will see how artistic styles changed over time as religion, technology and artists' lives also changed. In addition, you'll see examples of art from other parts of the world like Africa, Asia, or Australia during these periods. As you read on, you may be unfamiliar with certain words and expressions. We hope this will inspire you to find out more about what you've learned! Look carefully... In each section of this book, you'll find a big picture that includes five details (people, objects or artworks) that can also be found on the previous pages of that section. Try to find all five details in each picture!"--Opposite Title Page.
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