Art And Illusion
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: E.H. Gombrich
Binding: Hardback
Published: Phaidon, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
E.H. Gombrich's Art And Illusion is a seminal work in art history and theory, presenting a profound inquiry into the psychology of pictorial representation. This academic yet accessible volume argues that art is not merely a direct imitation of reality but a complex interplay of convention, perception, and the artist's learned schema. Gombrich illustrates how our understanding of images is shaped by cultural context and prior knowledge, challenging traditional notions of artistic truth. The book chronicles the evolution of visual styles across centuries, offering a compelling perspective on why artists see and depict the world in particular ways. It remains an indispensable text for anyone interested in the philosophy of art and the mechanisms of visual perception.
Author: E.H. Gombrich
Binding: Hardback
Published: Phaidon, 1972
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
E.H. Gombrich's Art And Illusion is a seminal work in art history and theory, presenting a profound inquiry into the psychology of pictorial representation. This academic yet accessible volume argues that art is not merely a direct imitation of reality but a complex interplay of convention, perception, and the artist's learned schema. Gombrich illustrates how our understanding of images is shaped by cultural context and prior knowledge, challenging traditional notions of artistic truth. The book chronicles the evolution of visual styles across centuries, offering a compelling perspective on why artists see and depict the world in particular ways. It remains an indispensable text for anyone interested in the philosophy of art and the mechanisms of visual perception.