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History of art / art & design styles

Hardback. A comprehensive study highlighting the interplay of context and meaning in Robert Ryman's work Editor(s): Martin, Courtney J.; Hoban, Stephen. Num Pages: 304 pages, 120 color + 50 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 1KBB; ACXJ5; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 267 x 190. .
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
First Edition /First Printing
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300226713
ISBN
9780300226713
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 55.86
€ 43.59

Paperback. This work offers a sustained examination of Dutch 17th-century genre painting from a theoretically informed feminist perspective. Series: Cultural Memory in the Present Series. Num Pages: 280 pages, 100ill. BIC Classification: 1DDN; 3JD; ACQ; AFC; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 6452 x 4522 x 16. Weight in Grams: 599.
Publisher
Stanford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804744775
ISBN
9780804744775
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 33.47

Hardback. Argues that art, especially architecture, music, and painting, is born from the disruptive forces of sexual selection. This book approaches art as a form of erotic expression that connects sensory richness with primal desire. It argues that the meaning of art comes from the intensities and sensations it inspires, not just its intention. Series: The Wellek Library Lectures. Num Pages: 136 pages, two color images. BIC Classification: ABA; AC; HPN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 220 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
136
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Edition
First Edition (1st printing)
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231145183
ISBN
9780231145183
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 22.06

Paperback. Holds up a mirror to our society while charting the story of art in contemporary global culture. This book approaches art from various angles, such as artistic production, display, critical reception and its relationship to society. It builds a framework for students to acquire the general skills of research, and abstract and theoretical thinking. Num Pages: 336 pages, 300 illustrations, 175 in colour. BIC Classification: ACXJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 291 x 222 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1826.
Publisher
Laurence King Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780672809
ISBN
9781780672809
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.68
€ 49.91

Hardcover. Pindar's Eyes is a ground-breaking interdisciplinary exploration of the interactions between Greek lyric poetry and visual and material culture in the early fifth century BCE, drawing on case studies to open up analysis of the genre to the wider theme of aesthetic experience in early classical Greece. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 3D; ACG; DSBB; DSC. Dimension: 216 x 135. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198746379
ISBN
9780198746379
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 165.70

Paperback. This concise yet lively new survey guides the reader through 5000 years of Indian art and architecture. A rich artistic tradition is fully explored through the Hindu, Buddhist, Islamic, Colonial, and contemporary periods, incorporating discussion of modern Bangladesh and Pakistan, tribal artists, and the decorative arts. Series: Oxford History of Art. Num Pages: 304 pages, Yes. BIC Classification: 1FKA; ACB; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 168 x 16. Weight in Grams: 696.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192842213
ISBN
9780192842213
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.05

Hardcover. A celebration of the finest 300 works of Byzantine art. Num Pages: 304 pages. Dimension: 298 x 264 x 31. Weight in Grams: 2250.
Publisher
Phaidon Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714848105
ISBN
9780714848105
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 70.50
€ 53.75

Hardcover. Editor(s): Mars Era Institute of Digital Arts. Num Pages: 208 pages, 124. BIC Classification: 1FPC; ACBP; AFC; AGNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 360 x 260. .
Publisher
CYPI Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781908175588
ISBN
9781908175588
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.08
€ 67.77

Paperback. An examination of the major optically oriented examples of artistic theory and practice, from Brunelleschi's invention of perspective and its exploitation by Leonardo and Duerer to the beginnings of photography. It discusses colour theory and shows the interaction between art and science. Num Pages: 383 pages, 549 b&w illustrations, 16 colour plates, select bibliography, index. BIC Classification: ABA; AC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 282 x 254 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1806.
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Number of pages
383
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300052411
ISBN
9780300052411
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 57.04
€ 44.45

Paperback. New edition of this key guide to art history, which takes a critical reading of the field's most innovative and influential texts over the past two centuries, including the most important new writing on the most recent work in a variety of new media. Series: Oxford History of Art. Num Pages: 600 pages, 64 halftones. BIC Classification: ABA; ACV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 169 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1398.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
601
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199229840
ISBN
9780199229840
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.78

Paperback. Closes in on intense make-or-break turning points in the lives of eight great artists who, under extreme stress, created something unprecedented, altering the course of art for ever. This title features Caravaggio, Bernini, Rembrandt, David, Turner, Van Gogh, Picasso and Rothko. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: ABA; AC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 190 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1392.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847921185
ISBN
9781847921185
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 26.57

Paperback. A gripping and beguiling blend of art history, memoir and travel writing which delves into the mysteries and meanings of Las Meninas, Velazquez's iconic masterpiece" Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1DSE; ABA; ACQB; AFC; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 199 x 18. Weight in Grams: 172.
Publisher
Granta Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847088086
ISBN
9781847088086
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.65

Paperback. Series: Dumbarton Oaks Byzantine Collection Publications. Num Pages: 170 pages, 81 line illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAZ; 3F; ACK; HBJD; HBLC; TBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 265 x 238 x 13. Weight in Grams: 768.
Publisher
Dumbarton Oaks Research Library & Collection United States
Number of pages
170
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9780884023173
ISBN
9780884023173
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.37

Paperback. Alberto Giacometti's attenuated figures of the human form are among the most significant artistic images of the 20th century. Both a critical study of Giacometti's life and work, and an investigation of their affective power, this book asks what encounters with Giacometti's pieces can tell us about the history of our own time. Num Pages: 304 pages, 90 b/w integrated. BIC Classification: ACXD; AFC; AFKB; AGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 189 x 21. Weight in Grams: 550.
Publisher
I.B. Tauris & Co. Ltd. United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780767871
ISBN
9781780767871
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.38

Hardcover. An anthology of writings by esteemed architectural critic Kenneth Frampton. Num Pages: 352 pages, 150 b&w illustrations, index, bibliography. BIC Classification: 3JJP; ACXJ; AM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 182 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1276.
Publisher
Phaidon Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714840802
ISBN
9780714840802
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.26

Paperback. In The Story of Post-Modernism, Charles Jencks, the authority on Post-Modern architecture and culture, provides the defining account of Post-Modern architecture from its earliest roots in the early 60s to the present day. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJP; ACXJ8; AMX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 191 x 16. Weight in Grams: 866.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2nd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470688953
ISBN
9780470688953
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 40.37

Hardcover. Num Pages: 192 pages, Over 230 Images. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; ACBP; AFH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 287 x 229 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1196.
Publisher
Tuttle Shokai Inc Japan
Number of pages
192
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Hardcover with Jacket
Condition
New
SKU
V9784805310984
ISBN
9784805310984
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 25.86

Paperback. The paintings of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood are widely known and loved. This book presents a comprehensive survey of the intimate world of the Pre-Raphaelites drawings. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: ACVM; AFF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 242 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1262.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500290293
ISBN
9780500290293
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.33

Hardcover. The most successful of living artists Jeff Koons has been a focus of creative fascination and significance for more than thirty years, but has always remained guarded about his intellectual life, influences and motivation. This book provides the revealing portrait of Jeff Koons' singular personality and artistic vision. Num Pages: 296 pages, 199 illustrations, 193 in colour. BIC Classification: ACXJ; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 246 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1204.
Publisher
Thames and Hudson Ltd
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500093825
ISBN
9780500093825
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 15.56

Paperback. Num Pages: 256 pages, illus. BIC Classification: AC; BGF; JFC. Dimension: 230 x 155. .
Publisher
Sussex Academic Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845197445
ISBN
9781845197445
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 35.60

Paperback. "The Victorious Youth" is one of very few surviving life-size bronzes from ancient Greece. This book discusses the statue in its ancient context of public memorials, private collectors, market-oriented workshops and long-distance transportation. A complete conservation report is included. Series: Getty Museum Studies on Art. Num Pages: 108 pages, 49 b&w illustrations, 1 colour fold-out. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; ABC; ACG; AFKB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 192 x 8. Weight in Grams: 331.
Condition
Used, Like New
Publisher
J. Paul Getty Museum
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
KEX0212665
ISBN
9780892364701
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 17.95

Paperback. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: AC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 192 x 149 x 39. Weight in Grams: 606.
Publisher
Persephone Books Ltd
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781903155905
ISBN
9781903155905
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.16

Paperback. Offers insight into the making of Up in the Air, the largest artwork Tom Friedman has made to date for a solo exhibition at Magasin 3 Stockholm Konsthall in 2010. This title consists of nearly a thousand meticulously handcrafted objects suspended from the ceiling at different heights an art-work that kept Friedman's studio busy for the years. Num Pages: 100 pages, 80 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: ACXJ; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 299 x 225 x 13. Weight in Grams: 788.
Publisher
Skira Italy
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9788857218946
ISBN
9788857218946
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 25.22

Paperback. Mann examines how the financial patronage of newly empowered local rulers allowed Romanesque architecture and sculptural decoration to significantly redefine the cultural identities of those who lived in the frontier kingdoms of Christian Spain. Num Pages: 296 pages, 78. BIC Classification: 1DS; ACK; AM; HBG; HBLC; HRAX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 460.
Number of pages
296
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Canada
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442628939
ISBN
9781442628939
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 40.12

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