The Mitchell Beazley Library Of Art (Four-Volume Set)

David Piper

Published by Mitchell Beazley, 1981

About this Item

David Piper, Mitchell Beazley. Author: David PiperBinding: HardbackPublished: Mitchell Beazley, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slipcase sturdy with some wear. DJs protected with mylar. This four-volume reference set in art history and appreciation presents a structured, richly illustrated guide to Western artistic traditions, authored and edited by David Piper and published by Mitchell Beazley in 1981. Understanding Art instructs readers in visual analysis, materials, and techniques; Great Traditions chronicles the evolution of classical and European schools from antiquity to the Renaissance; New Horizons details modern movements, global influences, and shifts in aesthetic theory; and Art and Artists offers a comprehensive dictionary of painters, sculptors, styles, and terminology. Together, the volumes illustrate the development of artistic expression across centuries, supported by full-colour reproductions, timelines, and concise commentary. The set presents nearly 1,000 pages of accessible scholarship, ideal for collectors, educators, and students seeking a foundational yet visually engaging survey of art.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Mitchell Beazley Library Of Art (Four-Volume Set)
• Publisher: Mitchell Beazley
• Publication Date: 1981
• Binding: Hardback
• Book Type: Hardback