The Erotic Arts

The Erotic Arts

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Peter Webb
Binding: Paperback
Published: Secker & Warburg, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This scholarly work presents a comprehensive examination of the portrayal of human sexuality throughout art history. It uncovers the diverse ways artists across centuries and cultures have depicted desire, intimacy, and the human form. The text chronicles the evolution of erotic imagery, from ancient artifacts to modern expressions, illustrating the shifting societal attitudes and artistic conventions surrounding sensuality. This authoritative volume argues for a nuanced understanding of these often-controversial works, positioning them within their historical and cultural contexts. It offers invaluable insights into a fundamental aspect of human experience as reflected in artistic creation.

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Description

Author: Peter Webb
Binding: Paperback
Published: Secker & Warburg, 1982

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This scholarly work presents a comprehensive examination of the portrayal of human sexuality throughout art history. It uncovers the diverse ways artists across centuries and cultures have depicted desire, intimacy, and the human form. The text chronicles the evolution of erotic imagery, from ancient artifacts to modern expressions, illustrating the shifting societal attitudes and artistic conventions surrounding sensuality. This authoritative volume argues for a nuanced understanding of these often-controversial works, positioning them within their historical and cultural contexts. It offers invaluable insights into a fundamental aspect of human experience as reflected in artistic creation.