by Susie Hodge
This pocket guide delves into the origins, significance, and production locations of key modern art movements, works, themes, and techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of this influential artistic era.
Organised in a reader-friendly and easy to use manner, this book delves into 50 landmark works – from the realist painting of Courbet to a contemporary installation by Yayoi Kusama – and then links each example with the most significant movements, themes and techniques that encompasses modern art. This concise, accessible book offers readers a thorough understanding and wide enjoyment of modern art by revealing the connections between different periods, artists, and styles. With rich illustrations, it presents objective information and domain expertise, making it an ideal read for anyone looking to learn about this subject.
The Short Story of Modern Art thoroughly explains the origins and significance of modern art, including the artists who introduced key movements, their works, locations of production, and the reasoning behind their impact. A handy guide for anyone interested in all things modern and contemporary art.
Paperback
Book contains: 224 pages.
Dimensions: 21 x 13.8 x 2.5cm
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