Art Past, Art Present - Hardcover

Wilkins, David G.; Schultz, Bernard; Linduff, Katheryn M.

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ISBN 10: 0131505467 ISBN 13: 9780131505469

Publisher: Discontinued 3PD, 2004

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Authoritative and substantive--yet accessible--this book looks at the historical and cultural contexts of artworks and architecture around the world from prehistoric times to the twenty-first century, with detailed and informative analyses of art, artists, patrons, and techniques.

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Featuring an easy-to-use format -- with general period/style introductions followed by self-contained sections on a limited number of specific representative artistic works -- this introduction to art history emphasizes the historical and cultural contexts which help explain the works.

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Authoritative and substantive—yetaccessible—Art Past, Art Present, 6theditionlooks at the historical and cultural contexts of art works and architecture around the world from prehistoric times to the 20th century.

The authors recognized the need for an easy-to-use format that is accessible for both teachers and students. Each topic inArt Past, Art Presentis organized into two- and four-page units and provides a clear and concise treatment of a select number of artworks, making it easier for instructors to focus on what is important and for students to learn.

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