World of art

Provides a general introduction to the history of women's involvement in the visual arts from the Middle Ages through the early twenty-first century, focusing on women who have chosen to work professionally in painting, sculpture, or related media, and studying the intersection between women as artists and women as subjects of art.

"From Belle Epoque tea gowns through Dior's 1947 'New Look' to the impact of the Internet and fashion blogs, this comprehensive, international survey explores the significant developments in fashion, accessories, hairstyles and makeup, from 1900 to now. It focuses on key movements and innovations in style for both men and women, and explores these through the work of the most original and influential designers and couturiers. Chapters are organized chronologically to highlight crucial shifts in style and major world events. Exciting and at times revolutionary advances in fashion are placed within economic, political and cultural contexts. This new edition is brought right up to date with a chapter that discusses, among many topics, the importance of new fashion centres in India and China, the dominance of the high street, and how fashion is now so multi-cultural and fast moving. A reference section includes an extensive bibliography, making this an invaluable survey for all those interested in modern and contemporary fashion."--Publisher's description.

Surveys Viking culture through Scandinavian art, showing how it changes and develops throughout the centuries and from Scandinavia's transition from paganism to Christianity.

Presents a study of the way sculpture art has changed since the mid-1990s, defining trends and examining the examples of new sculpture styles from a variety of contemporary artists.

Provides an introduction to Andean art and architecture and includes examples and discussions on the art of the Chavin, Paracas, Moche, Chimu, and Incan cultures.

A guide to the art and architecture of Central America from Olmec to Aztec.

Explores the history and development of Mexican art and architecture from the time of the Conquistadors to the present.

Traces the history of American art and architecture from its seventeenth-century beginnings to the latest work. Defines the characteristics of the different periods as well as the forms, techniques, and styles that mark the art and architecture as distinctly American. Includes 275 illustrations.

Provides a comprehensive exploration of the work of Australia's indigenous artists, including indigenous sculpture, photography, printmaking, and textiles.

An illustrated guide to the history and development of costumes and fashion throughout the western world.