Art for Travellers Prague: The Essential Guide to Viewing Art in Prague - Softcover

MacDonald, Deanna

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1566566223 ISBN 13: 9781566566223

Publisher: Interlink Books, 2006

Synopsis

It is no exaggeration to call Praha (Czech for Prague) one of the most beautiful cities in the world; few places possess such atmosphere and history, such magnificent art and architecture. Part of its allure comes from its extraordinarily eclectic layers: a single vista can encompass soaring Gothic turrets, voluted Baroque gables, colorful Art Nouveau mosaics and jutting Cubist facades. Its museums and galleries hold masterpieces from medieval paintings to the latest in contemporary art, and many are found in buildings as fascinating as their collections. This guide introduces travellers to Bohemian art and architecture in and around Prague. It provides a fascinating art historical context, explaining history, styles, patrons, and artists and suggests easy-to-follow trails that lead art lovers through different sections of the city and nearby towns.

About this title

About the Author

Deanna MacDonald is an art historian and writer. She is the author of Art for Travellers Prague. Geoffrey Smith is a publisher and author of 100 Best Paintings in London.

Edition details

• Publisher: Interlink Books
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1566566223
• ISBN 13: 9781566566223
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 298