50 Artists You Should Know

This vibrant reference guide profiles 50 major artists alongside their representative works. The entries are presented in an eye-catching format that includes brief biographies, time lines, and critical analyses. Additional information helps readers locate the artist's work online and in museums, a glossary of important terms, and sidebars highlighting relevant movements and techniques. Arranged chronologically, the selection of artists includes every major artistic movement and development since the Gothic period, giving readers a clear understanding of the evolution of the visual arts. Perfect for casual reading or easy reference, this accessible overview is a fun and practical art history lesson that everyone can enjoy.

About the author

Thomas Köster schreibt als freier Kultur- und Wissenschaftsjournalist für verschiedene Zeitungen und Zeitschriften wie Süddeutsche Zeitung, Die Zeit, Der Spiegel, NZZ und FAZ.

Product details

• Authors: Thomas Köster
• Publisher: Prestel
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2006
• EAN: 9783791337166
• ISBN: 978-3-7913-3716-6
• No. of pages: 176
• Weight: 702 g
• Illustrations: w. 200 col. ill.
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Plastic arts; Non-fiction book > Art, literature > Plastic arts; Künstler, Künstlerin : Lexikon, Nachschlagewerk, Malerei (Kunst) : Lexikon, Nachschlagewerk