History of ArtThis classic book uses an exceptional art program, featuring impeccable accurate five-color illustrations, to introduce readers to the vast world of painting, sculpture, architecture, photography, and the minor arts. With its effectively written, balanced, and interesting narrative, this book presents art as a succession of styles--from Prehistory through the 20th century--and enlarges the readers' capacity to appreciate works of art individually. Written more than 40 years ago, this text has been constantly reworked to respond to the needs of this ever-changing field. A reference work suitable for those employed in all art media, including painters, sculptors, photographers, and architects. |
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User Review - Not Available - Book VerdictHorst W. Janson died in 1982, not long after the second edition of his best-selling History of Art was published. His son Anthony (art history, Univ. of North Carolina, Wilmington) inherited the ... Read full review
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| Title | History of Art |
| Authors | Horst Woldemar Janson, Anthony F. Janson |
| Editor | Anthony F. Janson |
| Edition | 6, illustrated |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson, 2001 |
| ISBN | 0500237816, 9780500237816 |
| Length | 997 pages |
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