Asia Pacific University Library catalogue


Iain Zaczek & Mary Acton

Art : over 2,500 works from cave to contemporary / foreword by Ross King. - 1st ed. - New York, N.Y. : DK Pub., c2008. - 612 p. : col. ill. ; 31 cm.

Includes index.

Looking at art -- Prehistory to 1400 CE -- 15th and 16th centuries -- 17th and 18th centuries -- 19th century -- Early 20th century -- 1945 onward.

Within each time period, provides examples of significant works in painting, sculpture, drawing and other media. Highlights themes that were important at various times such as nudes, landscape, still life, and love. Includes brief biographies of some artists and a "closer look" in depth for the most significant works.

9780756639723 (hbk.) 0756639727

2008301471


Art--History.
Art appreciation.

NX440 / .Z33 2008

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