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History of art / art & design styles

Hardback. The early twentieth century is usually remembered as an era of rising nationalism and military hostility, culminating in the disaster of the First World War. This book explores the role of artists and writers in the formation of a modern, secular peace movement in Britain, and the impact of ideas about 'positive peace' on their artistic practice. Series: The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art. Num Pages: 244 pages, 40 colour images + 100 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJC; 3JJF; ACXD2; DSBH; JPWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 264 x 203 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1124.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Yale University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300151954
ISBN
9780300151954
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.29

Paperback. In a series of discussions of major themes and genres, Graham Clarke gives a clear and incisive account of the photograph's historical development, and elucidates the insights of the most interesting thinkers on the subject such as Roland Barthes and Susan Sontag. Series: Oxford History of Art. Num Pages: 248 pages, colour and black and white halftones throughout. BIC Classification: AC; AJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 602.
Publisher
OUP Oxford
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192842008
ISBN
9780192842008
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 22.95

Paperback. This wide-ranging study of sexuality, aesthetics, and epistemology covers everything from the aesthetics of war to the works of Caravaggio, Michelangelo, Christopher Marlowe, and Francis Bacon, synthesizing queer theory and psycholanalysis. Num Pages: 236 pages, 4 colour plates, 16 halftones. BIC Classification: 1D; AC; HBJD; HPK; HPN; JFSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 326.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
236
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226315195
ISBN
9780226315195
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 29.15

Paperback. The story--personal and professional--of one of the greatest architects who ever lived is here told by the man whom Frank Lloyd Wright once introduced as "Grant Manson, who knows more about me than I do. " This volume takes the reader up to 1910, a turning point in Wright's life as an architect and as an individual. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations, map, plans, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: AC; AM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 277 x 210 x 14. Weight in Grams: 570.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1979
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471289401
ISBN
9780471289401
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.19

Paperback. Some of the most innovative art over the years has been created far outside conventional galleries and museums. This title discusses a disparate network of artists and collectives united by a desire to create new forms of understanding through creative dialogue that crosses boundaries of race, religion, and culture. Num Pages: 262 pages, 32 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: ACX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 165 x 21. Weight in Grams: 438.
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
262
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
First Edition, Updated Edition with a New Preface
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520275942
ISBN
9780520275942
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.91

Paperback. Provides an overview of the broader continuum of collaborative and collective art practices Num Pages: 320 pages, 29 illustrations, including 15 in colour, 1 table. BIC Classification: ACXJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 235 x 20. Weight in Grams: 496. Contemporary Collaborative Art in a Global Context. 320 pages, 29 illustrations, incl. 15 in colour, 1 table. Provides an overview of the broader continuum of collaborative and collective art practices. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: ACXJ. Dimension: 152 x 235 x 20. Weight: 462.
Publisher
Duke University Press
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822349877
ISBN
9780822349877
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.15

Paperback. Editor(s): Pooke, Grant; Newall, Diana. Series: Routledge Key Guides. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: AC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 213 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 386.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415497701
ISBN
9780415497701
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 36.27

Paperback. Contains essays that examine the changing definition of global trade and its impact on all nations and cultures. Num Pages: 80 pages, 42 color illus. BIC Classification: ACXJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 6466 x 5193 x 8. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Tacoma Art Museum United States
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780924335266
ISBN
9780924335266
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.82

Hardcover. The V&A has the UK's largest permanent display of Japanese art, housing objects from the 6th century to the present day. In this new book some of the world's leading researchers in the field bring their attention to the V&A's unparalleled collection. Editor(s): Irvine, Gregory. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; ACBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 295 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1228.
Publisher
V & A Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851778553
ISBN
9781851778553
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 27.51

Hardcover. Having graduated from the prestigious Art Center College of Design, Greg Spalenka has been producing commercial and fine art for over 30 years. His client list include film studios, magazines, newspapers and book publishers. This book marries a celebration of Greg's body of work with instructional elements to inspire the reader. Num Pages: 320 pages, colour illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: ACXJ; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 313 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1242.
Publisher
Titan Books Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781168844
ISBN
9781781168844
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 21.71

Hardcover. Suitable for scholars, curators, and critics invested in modern and contemporary German art, this title explores the work of three generations of German artists who, beginning in the 1960s, turned to jokes and wit in an effort to confront complex questions regarding German politics and history. Num Pages: 248 pages, 12 colour plates, 76 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DFG; ACXJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 255 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1168.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226898957
ISBN
9780226898957
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 64.68
€ 54.65

Hardcover. From the 1860s through to the early 20th century the rise of Japonisme and the Art Nouveau movement meant that few could ignore or resist the obsession with all things Japanese. This book includes examples of the designed and executed decorative arts of the Meiji periods from the Khalili Collection. Editor(s): Irvine, Gregory. Num Pages: 240 pages, 220 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 3JH; 3JJC; ACBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 327 x 28. Weight in Grams: 2072.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Number of pages
240
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500239131
ISBN
9780500239131
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.92
€ 44.29

Hardback. Ranging in topic from premodern Buddhist, narrative, and ink painting in Japan and East Asia to modern and contemporary Japanese painting, prints, and popular visual images, this title includes essays containing research which draws attention to the works of Japanese art and their historical contexts and modern interpretations. Editor(s): Levine, Gregory P. A.; Watsky, Andrew M.; Weisenfeld, Gennifer. Series: Publications of the Department of Art & Archaeology, Princeton University. Num Pages: 336 pages, 120 color illus. 24 halftones. BIC Classification: 1FP; ACBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 280 x 216 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1857.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691156538
ISBN
9780691156538
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.08
€ 71.14

Paperback. Draws on thirty years of critical debates and practices by artists and activist groups to advocate the undermining of capitalism through art Editor(s): Charnley, Kim. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: AB; ACXJ; JPW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 150. .
Publisher
Pluto Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745336848
ISBN
9780745336848
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 24.05

Hardback. Shows that the elite of the art world are sustained by new forms and styles created by artists outside the mainstream. Series: Marxism and Culture. Num Pages: 256 pages, 41 photographs. BIC Classification: ABQ; ACXJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 165 x 21. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745327532
ISBN
9780745327532
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 99.96
€ 82.04

Hardcover. Chronicles the artistic career of William Schickel. This book includes Schickel's contributions to the built environment in several communities, and his paintings. Num Pages: 240 pages, 259 colour images. BIC Classification: ACX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 305 x 229 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1588.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
University of Notre Dame Press
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780268044176
ISBN
9780268044176
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 86.40

Hardback. After designing and installing the massive murals for the Cincinnati Union Terminal in the 1930s, German immigrant artist Winold Reiss fell into relative obscurity, despite the vibrancy and boldness of his meticulous mosaic works. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: ACXD; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 15. Weight in Grams: 680.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Ohio University Press United States
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780821422021
ISBN
9780821422021
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.14

Paperback. Chapters on the structures of art historical writing are complemented by studies of Elizabeth Siddall, Mary Cassatt and Berthe Morisot, which deal with themes of modernity, sexuality and repression. Series: Routledge Classics. Num Pages: 368 pages, 1 black & white tables. BIC Classification: ABA; AC; JFC; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 27. Weight in Grams: 415.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415308502
ISBN
9780415308502
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 21.87

Hardcover. Num Pages: 464 pages, 360 images. BIC Classification: ACX; AGB; BGF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300100723
ISBN
9780300100723
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 58.80
€ 45.72

Paperback. In closely-read case studies, we encounter artworks by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Ana Mendieta, Louise Bourgeois, Alina Szapocznikow, Anna Maria Maiolino, Vera Frenkel, Sarah Kofman and Chantal Akerman to explore trauma and bereavement, fatal illness, Holocaust experience, migration, exile and the encounter with political horror and atrocity. Series: Rethinking Art's Histories. Num Pages: 384 pages, 91 black & white halftones, 16 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: ACX; JFFK; JHBZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 898.
Publisher
Manchester University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780719087981
ISBN
9780719087981
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 31.11

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