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The Brilliant History of Color in Art
. Finlay
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Description for The Brilliant History of Color in Art
Hardback. The history of art is inseparable from the history of colour. This book takes readers across the globe and over the centuries on a tour through the history of color in art. It aims to uncover the origins and science of colour. It is illustrated in full colour throughout with 166 major works of art. Num Pages: 166 pages, 166 full-colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AC; AGZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 262 x 14. Weight in Grams: 812.
This is a irresistible and wonderfully illustrated exploration of the history of colour in art. The history of art is inseparable from the history of colour. And what a fascinating story they tell together: one that brims with an all-star cast of characters, eye-opening details, and unexpected detours through the annals of human civilization and scientific discovery. This book takes readers across the globe and over the centuries on an unforgettable tour through the brilliant history of color in art. Written for newcomers to the subject and aspiring young artists alike, Finlay's quest to uncover the origins and science of ... Read more
This is a irresistible and wonderfully illustrated exploration of the history of colour in art. The history of art is inseparable from the history of colour. And what a fascinating story they tell together: one that brims with an all-star cast of characters, eye-opening details, and unexpected detours through the annals of human civilization and scientific discovery. This book takes readers across the globe and over the centuries on an unforgettable tour through the brilliant history of color in art. Written for newcomers to the subject and aspiring young artists alike, Finlay's quest to uncover the origins and science of ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Getty Trust Publications
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Weight
809g
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Santa Monica CA, United States
ISBN
9781606064290
SKU
V9781606064290
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Ref
99-15
About . Finlay
Victoria Finlay is the critically acclaimed author of Color: A Natural History of the Palette and the former arts editor of the South China Morning Post.
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