Great Paintings Author:DK A sumptuous, visual guided tour of 66 of the world's greatest paintings, each examined in unrivaled depth. — Ranging from works by Zhang Zeduan, a 12th-century Chinese master, to modern masterpieces by Georgia O'Keefe and Andy Warhol, this book provides an excellent visual introduction to art history in a chronological order. Alongside a magnific... more »ent gallery of iconic paintings with more than 700 full-color photographs, Great Paintings tells the story behind each piece, unlocking the meanings of symbols and historical details.
Discover how landmark paintings were influenced by their historical and social contexts--and how these works went on to inspire future artists. Great Paintings visually analyzes works of art through close-up details to highlight their key features, composition, and techniques. Let Great Paintings be your gallery guide, providing fresh and fascinating ways to look at at beloved paintings.« less