Art and artists

Text and accompanying photographs explore the history of art, tracing the ancient civilizations of the Pacific regions, Africa, South America, Europe, and more.

An illustrated survey of twentieth-century modern art, from Matisse to such recent artists as Paula Rego and Anthony Gormley.

Text and accompanying photographs focus on the grand artistic visions of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and dozens of other geniuses of the age.

An overview of European art and its influence on American art from 1600 to 1800.

Through an examination of techniques, style, and theme, photographs, illustrations, and text describe how the art of the 19th century reflects the age of industrialization.

Explores the people, the concepts, and the paintings of the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist periods.