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A dazzlingly original and ambitious work of art history, intertwining biography and cultural history, and packed with tales of rebellion, adventure, revolution, travel and tragedy

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From medieval altarpieces to media installations, from Albrecht Drer to Andy Warhol, from Ansbach to Wrzburg: lavishly illustrated and in the words of the people who look after them, this volume tells of famous masterpieces, reveals hidden treasures and invites you to embark upon a journey through the past history and present day of the Pinakotheken in Bavaria.

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A dazzling new history of the world and a popular introduction to art history by a renowned expert

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The official children's guide to Windsor Castle, containing fun activities to break up the commentary or enhance a visit.

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Covers topics such as the revival of classical learning, the printing press, the rise of the nation-state, philosophy and the role of women. This book provides biographies, timelines, bibliography, a gazetteer of museums and galleries and an illustrated glossary.

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This volume traces the development of Russian art from 1863 to 1922. It discusses the major movements and artists involved.

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The definitive guide to the Bauhaus, one of the twentieth century's most influential schools of art and design

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Peter Humfrey's in-depth analysis of the Stafford Gallery, based on original research, shows how during the quarter century of its existence (1806-1830), it represented the greatest art collection in Regency London.

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Provides an exploration of the arts of antiquity, beginning with the earliest European cave paintings and continuing up to the coming of Christianity and Buddhism in the Old World, and to the arrival of the Spaniards in the New World. This book focuses on common solutions that man, the artist has devised for the problems posed by his environment.

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Close to 600 'word' artworks by seminal American artist Ed Ruscha.

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The first title in an exciting new series called Unicorn Icons, bringing out-of-print biographies and autobiographies of celebrated artists and key figures from the world of art back into print

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First and definitive book on the career of influential artist Toni Dove.

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A new comprehensive monograph on the work of an enduring icon of contemporary art.

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A hundred garden favorites rendered in black-and-white line illustrations will suggest numerous design and artistic uses. Amaryllis, anemone, begonia, cinquefoil, peony, snapdragon flow and weave, many forming borders and frames.

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The iconic American pick up truck depicted through the sculpture, painting, and printwork of American artist John Himmelfarb.

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This new publication examines early 20thcentury gender politics and development of the emerging art market in Russia.

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Uncanny Congruencies investigates elliptical collisions of association and meaning and offers a nuanced dialogue with its audiences through the seemingly contradictory processes of 18 remarkable alumni of Penn States School of Visual Arts. The works of these artists intersect, reverse and overlap one another in surprising and satisfying ways.

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Featuring great masterpieces by such artists as Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Masaccio, Piero della Francesca, Mantegna and Titian, this title takes a journey into their world. It offers an introduction into the art and culture of the Italian Renaissance.

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An illustrated journey through spheres, tunnels, towers, walkways and archways, as well as pavilions and larger buildings realized by artist Olafur Eliasson and his studio since the late 1990s.

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A captivating and highly illustrated introduction to Vincent Van Gogh, told through 50 major works.

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One of the principal resources for study of Italian Renaissance art and artists, Vasari's Lives offers colorful, detailed portraits of the era's most representative figures. This single-volume edition spotlights 8 prominent artists.

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This catalogue raisonn of Velzquezs complete works features brand new photography of recently restored paintings. In extra-large format and with numerous details, and a fold-out, the book celebrates the painters insight, humanity, and brilliant technique.