art

Presents reproductions of twenty works of art held by Paris's Louvre Museum, asks readers to find ten details in each, and provides background on each work.

Presents color reproductions, with extensive captions, of over three hundred works by twentieth-century artist Henry Moore, including drawings, graphics, and sculpture; and features an introductory essay that traces that formation of The Henry Moore Foundation's collection.

Describes careers in art, covering arts administrator, art therapist, art therapy, photographer, fashion designer, fine artist, interior designer, and more.

Defines and describes more than one thousand art terms, techniques, and materials in alphabetical order and includes hundreds of illustrations and diagrams as well as sidebars and charts.

Studies the contributions female artists have made to Western art throughout history, and discusses the historical factors that prevented them from being accepted by society.

Traces the ever-changing career of this Abstract Expressionist who altered the course of American art.

Charts Hockney's career from his early work of the 1960s to his most recent excursions into the high-tech world of computers and new print technologies.

Translated from Italian. Guide to artists, their works, and artistic movements from the 14th century to the present.

Discusses the artist's body of work, including his cultural models, range of subjects, and creative impulse. Highlights 14 selected works.