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    50 Modern Artists You Should Know

    Part of 50 You Should Know

    Author Christiane Weidemann
    Paperback
    $19.95 US
    Prestel Publishing | Prestel
    7.88"W x 9.75"H x 0.57"D   | 21 oz | 20 per carton
    On sale May 25, 2017 | 160 Pages | 9783791383385
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    Now available in a new edition, this chronologically arranged volume covers a century and a half of masterpieces which beautifully capture the development of art in the modern age.Now available in a new edition, this chronologically arranged volume covers a century and a half of masterpieces which beautifully capture the development of art in the modern age. Starting with James Abbott McNeill Whistler and ending with Matthew Barney, nearly every prominent figure in Modern art is represented in vibrant double-page spreads that show how these artists redefined norms and challenged tradition. Fascinating biographical and anecdotal information about each artist is provided alongside large reproductions of their most celebrated works, stunning details, and images of the artists themselves. From the Impressionists to the Surrealists, Cubists to Pop artists—readers will find a wealth of information as well as hours of enjoyment learning about one of the most popular and prolific periods in art history.
    "This meticulous reference is 160 pages of gorgeous."


    —Arts & Activities
    "Teachers from middle schools through higher learning institutions will find this book to be an invaluable resource."


    —Arts & Activities
    Christiane Weidemann is the author of several books on art, including 50 Women Artists You Should Know, Niki de Saint Phalle, Leonardo da Vinci, and Salvador Dali (all by Prestel).
    
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    Now available in a new edition, this chronologically arranged volume covers a century and a half of masterpieces which beautifully capture the development of art in the modern age.Now available in a new edition, this chronologically arranged volume covers a century and a half of masterpieces which beautifully capture the development of art in the modern age. Starting with James Abbott McNeill Whistler and ending with Matthew Barney, nearly every prominent figure in Modern art is represented in vibrant double-page spreads that show how these artists redefined norms and challenged tradition. Fascinating biographical and anecdotal information about each artist is provided alongside large reproductions of their most celebrated works, stunning details, and images of the artists themselves. From the Impressionists to the Surrealists, Cubists to Pop artists—readers will find a wealth of information as well as hours of enjoyment learning about one of the most popular and prolific periods in art history.

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    "This meticulous reference is 160 pages of gorgeous."


    —Arts & Activities
    "Teachers from middle schools through higher learning institutions will find this book to be an invaluable resource."


    —Arts & Activities

    Author

    Christiane Weidemann is the author of several books on art, including 50 Women Artists You Should Know, Niki de Saint Phalle, Leonardo da Vinci, and Salvador Dali (all by Prestel).
    
    Christiane Weidemann View titles by Christiane Weidemann

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