Concise Dictionary Of Art & Artists: A Guide To Art From Ancient Greece To The Present Day
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the sculptors of ancient Athens to the avant-garde movements of the twentieth century, the Concise Dictionary of Art & Artists by Ian Chilvers is an authoritative and wide-ranging reference work that presents centuries of artistic achievement in a single, accessible volume. It chronicles thousands of artists, movements, techniques, and terms, guiding readers through the full sweep of Western art history with clarity and scholarly precision, from the classical world of ancient Greece right through to contemporary practice. Chilvers, a distinguished art historian and editor of numerous Oxford reference works, crafts entries that are both rigorous and readable, making this dictionary an indispensable companion for students, collectors, and enthusiasts alike. Published under the prestigious Oxford imprint, the volume upholds the highest standards of academic accuracy while remaining approachable for the curious general reader. Whether used as a quick reference or read at leisure, it rewards its audience with a richer understanding of the visual arts — leaving one perpetually aware of how much more there is still to discover.
Author: Ian Chilvers
Format: Hardback
Genre: Dictionaries
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the sculptors of ancient Athens to the avant-garde movements of the twentieth century, the Concise Dictionary of Art & Artists by Ian Chilvers is an authoritative and wide-ranging reference work that presents centuries of artistic achievement in a single, accessible volume. It chronicles thousands of artists, movements, techniques, and terms, guiding readers through the full sweep of Western art history with clarity and scholarly precision, from the classical world of ancient Greece right through to contemporary practice. Chilvers, a distinguished art historian and editor of numerous Oxford reference works, crafts entries that are both rigorous and readable, making this dictionary an indispensable companion for students, collectors, and enthusiasts alike. Published under the prestigious Oxford imprint, the volume upholds the highest standards of academic accuracy while remaining approachable for the curious general reader. Whether used as a quick reference or read at leisure, it rewards its audience with a richer understanding of the visual arts — leaving one perpetually aware of how much more there is still to discover.