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The surprisingly modern-looking, sometimes hallucinatory illustrations and the cursory descriptions of the Book of Miracles strikingly convey a unique view of the concerns and anxieties of the 16th century, of apocalyptic thinking and eschatological expectation. This facsimile volume reproduces the Book of Miracles in its entirety.

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Before long, with the enterprising nuns working tirelessly as typesetters, the Ripoli Press began printing a series of books and pamphlets that triggered an explosion of ideas in politics, philosophy and religion.

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(Paperback, 2nd ed.)

Hassan Massoudy's elegant calligraphy depicts the four seasons of the garden. From the icy palettes of winter and the fading hues of autumn to delicate spring growth and the dazzling sunshine and blooms of summer, he captures in calligraphy what countless poets have wrought with words.

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With exclusive material and expert guidance from curriculum leaders at Central Saint Martins, one of the most prestigious art schools in the world, this book offers the essential practical knowhow for you to thrive in the world of art and design.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

The letters of Vincent van Gogh lay bare the events of his dramatic life, providing remarkable insight into the creative process, and touching revelations of his personal anguish. They are reproduced in these three volumes with over 200 ink drawings that the artist sketched into them.

(Hardback)

This definitive new book on British country houses offers a magnificent look at the life-style, architecture, and interior design of these historic landmark homes.

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(Hardback)

This new biographical look at Leonardo da Vinci explores the Renaissance master's groundbreaking feminist portrayal of women which forever changed the way the female form is depicted.

(Hardback)

A tribute to Mexico s most important holiday, this extraordinary and denitive volume documents the immense creativity displayed by this popular annual celebration.

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Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968) has entered mainstream culture as one of the founding fathers of modern art. This book explores the artist's life and work. It features more than 200 entries on the interesting and important artworks, relationships, people and ideas in Duchamp's life.

(Paperback, 3rd Edition, Third Edition)

In full colour, with over 750 images to enhance and clarify the concepts, this thought-provoking resource is for graphic designers, professors, and students.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

The Everything Art Handbook is a comprehensive guide to more than 100 techniques and mediums, like pastel, watercolor, acrylic, oil, calligraphy, mixed media, color, and composition.

(Hardback)

As a follow-up to our successful Audubon's Aviary, this is the kind of general-interest art book that makes a good all-purpose gift in a similar way to, and should backlist as our The Appalachian Trail or The Hudson River School. It will appeal to those who bought the Walton Ford books and America's Other Audubon.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

Seven hundred previously unpublished drawings, pastels, and collages by Francis Bacon are presented here in thematic sections, with commentary by noted art historian Edward Lucie-Smith. Text in English and Italian.

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This concise, beautifully illustrated guide explores the enigmatic Franks Casket, carved from whalebone in 8th century northern England, and decorated with scenes from tales both pagan and Christian, as well as runic inscriptions.

(Hardback)

Before his New York home became a museum, Henry Clay Frick engaged some of his era s most important art dealers to build a notable collection and the best decorators to create suitable Gilded Age interiors to accommodate the works. This story traces the journey that led to the creation of one of America s finest art collections.

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From Achilles to Zephyr, from Abraham to Ursula, "The Gallery Companion" provides a complete background to the classical and biblical knowledge necessary for a fuller appreciation of paintings.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

States that no single curator, critic or dealer can or should monopolize our view of what is happening in the art world today. Instead, the author aims to show us how exciting and rewarding it is to steer our own way through the art world today.

(Hardback)

A celebration of the finest 300 works of Byzantine art.