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Art Book, The

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Art Book, The

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ISBN:
9781837291489
Publication Date:
6 Jan 2026
Language:
English
Publisher:
Phaidon Press Ltd
Pages:
592 pages
Format:
Hardback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 3 - 5 Mar 2026
Art Book, The

Description

'A staple in every art aficionado's library.' - Galerie Now available in a tactile mini format The Art Book is beloved throughout the world, known for introducing millions of readers to the joy of art appreciation. This award-winning, century-spanning survey features more than 600 artists from medieval times to modern day. Each is represented by a key work and an informative, explanatory text on the piece and its creator. In addition to hundreds of the world's best-loved artists, the selection includes many overlooked historical and cutting-edge contemporary figures, including: Berenice Abbott, Hilma af Klint, El Anatsui, Romare Bearden, Mark Bradford, Cao Fei, Cecily Brown, Judy Chicago, John Currin, Guerrilla Girls, Lee Krasner, Jacob Lawrence, Kerry James Marshall, Joan Mitchell, Zanele Muholi, Takashi Murakami, Louise Nevelson, Clara Peeters, Jenny Saville, Wolfgang Tillmans, and more. Breaking with tradition, The Art Book; is organized by names instead of dates, creating a vibrant A-to-Z sequence of brilliant examples from all periods, schools, visions, and techniques. The result is an accessible, exciting, and unparalleled visual sourcebook that celebrates our rich, multifaceted culture in all its creative glory. Now available in a mini, travel-friendly format, The Art Book ensures art is always within arm's reach.

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