This engrossing volume takes us on a fascinating visual journey through the most groundbreaking and avant-garde art of the early 20th century to the...... more
This engrossing volume takes us on a fascinating visual journey through the most groundbreaking and avant-garde
art of the early 20th century to the present. Stunning, high-quality photographs of major artworks accompany illuminating discussions of the masters of modern and
contemporary painting, sculpture, architecture and conceptual
art. Here are giants of invention such as Picasso and Matisse, the German expressionists, Dadaists, constructivists, surrealists, abstract expressionists, minimalists, pop artists and todayâ?TMs cutting-edge creators. Theyâ?TMre all carefully placed in cultural context, with ideas, movements, events, artists, and works beautifully examined. Scholars,
art aficionados, students, gallery owners and
art historians will all find this mainstream, accessible guide appealing.
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