...isms: Understanding Art

...isms: Understanding Art

by StephenLittle (Author)

Synopsis

This is an easy to use guide to a wide range of art 'isms'. From the isms of the Renaissance to the isms of now, it gives a practical introduction to all the significant isms that have shaped art history. For each ism, there is a definition, an introduction to the topic, lists of key artists, key words, and key works as well as suggestions of other isms that the reader might be interested in. This book should be a must for everyone who is interested in art - whether they be Sunday afternoon visitors to galleries, art students or the more knowledgeable art connoisseur.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 160
Edition: 1
Publisher: A&C Black Visual Arts
Published: 04 Oct 2004

ISBN 10: 0713670118
ISBN 13: 9780713670110
Book Overview: handy, ready reference guide to art movements competitve price attractive format highly illustrated nothing else quite like it available

Author Bio
Stephen Little is a graduate of the Courtauld Institute. He is currently the editor of the Royal Academy website and he is the frequent contributor to various art journals.