Art Past, Art Present CN06/19 (6th Edition) - Softcover

Wilkins, David; Schultz, Bernie; Linduff, Katheryn M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 013235716X ISBN 13: 9780132357166

Publisher: Pearson, 2008

Synopsis

Authoritative and substantive–yet accessible–Art Past, Art Present, 6th edition looks 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 in Art Past, Art Present is 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.

About this title

From the Publisher:

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.

From the Back Cover:

This accessible book looks at the historical and cultural contexts of art works and architecture around the world from prehistoric times to the 20th century—with detailed and informative analyses of art, artists, patrons, and techniques. Its unique chronological presentation in compact topical units offers an exceptionally easy-to-use format—with general period/style introductions followed by self-contained sections on a selected number of specific representative pieces. The global focus emphasizes the diversity and commonality of the human experience. A fully integrated, chronological history of art covers all periods, places, and arts—including extensive analyses of European art, and some American, African, Mesoamerican, and Asian art—along with thorough coverage of women artists throughout. For those who appreciate art and its history.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 013235716X
• ISBN 13: 9780132357166
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 672