Book
The annotated Mona Lisa : a crash course in art history from prehistoric to the present / Carol Strickland and John Boswell.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781449482138 (paperback)
- Physical Description: 222 pages : illustrations (some colour) ; 27 cm
- Edition: Third edition.
- Publisher: Kansas City : Andrews McMeel Universal, [2017]
- Copyright: ©2017
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "A John Boswell Associates book." Includes index. |
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| Subject: | Art > History > Outlines, syllabi, etc. |
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 709 Str 2017 | 31681010271104 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Andrews McMeel
This richly illustrated guide offers an engaging, accessible âcrash courseâ in art history, guiding you through more than 25,000 years of visual culture⦠without the jargon and dry lectures.
With more than 300 photographs, page-length essays, and instructive sidebars, The Annotated Mona Lisa takes you from Stonehenge to street art, from cave paintings to digital installations. Designed to demystify movements, contextualize style, and reveal the stories behind some of the worldâs most compelling works of art, this third edition expands coverage with new chapters on recent artists and developments.
Whether you are sketching your first still life, leading an art class, or simply curious to understand why certain works move us, this book makes art history inviting and usable. As a reference, a conversation-starter, or a creative companion, it bridges scholarship and inspirationâperfect for learners of all levels. - Baker & Taylor
Presents the history of art from prehistoric times to the present day, describing major artists and movements and detailing the influence of art on society through the ages.
