| How to Look at a Painting Contributor(s): Paton, Justin (Author) |
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ISBN: 0958291608 ISBN-13: 9780958291606 Publisher: Awa Press OUR PRICE: $22.46 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2009 Annotation: In this engaging, award-winning book, an acclaimed art writer journeys through centuries of the painted world--from the luscious fruit of Italy's Caravaggio to the lonely landscapes of New Zealand's Rita Angus, the dazzling panoramas of America's Lari Pittman and the mysterious "tombstones" of Japanese artist On Kawara. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Art | Reference - Antiques & Collectibles | Americana - Art | Techniques - Painting |
| Dewey: 750.11 |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 5.4" W x 7.6" (0.75 lbs) 136 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Encompassing a review of important paintings worldwide--both classical and modern--this exploration assures that anyone can understand and admire art. The reader will find increased appreciation for paintings, greater knowledge of different artists, and improved confidence in this brilliant exposition of painting in all its forms. The keen art collector, serious student, and occasional gallery visitor can all benefit from this journey of exploration through the centuries and across the painted world. This enduringly popular guide was selected as the best art book of the year by national and international newspapers and magazines and awarded the 2006 Montana Book Award for Contemporary Culture. |