From the Publisher
A comprehensive, definitive, extensively illustrated introduction to the history of world art and architecture -- from ancient to modern times -- this bestselling, authoritative survey provides an understanding of art as art, and art achievements as a factor in human cultural history. Co-published with Harry N. Abrams Inc., the 4 color reproduction quality is better than ever.
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From the Back Cover
Key Benefit: A comprehensive, definitive, extensively illustrated introduction to the history of world art and architecture - from ancient to modern times - this best-selling, authoritative survey provides an understanding of art as art, and art achievements as a factor in human cultural history. Key Topics: It presents the ideas and observations of one of the last great art historians of this century, analyzes the historical evolution of art in every period, analyzes the works of 35 women artists, integrates coverage of Asian art, contains revised chapters on tribal art, pre-Columbian art, Islamic art, High Renaissance in Central Italy, and much more. Market: For artists, art historians, and all those interested in art.
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