Art History Books

The children's edition of Phaidon Press's best selling, "The Art Book" presents thirty of the most significant artists and engaging works of art from ...

Filled with gorgeous color reproductions and packed with fascinating information, 13 Art Movements Children Should Know presents a chronological sampl...

The Artist's Handbook of Materials and Techniques was originally published in 1940, and it has been an invaluable reference for artists and art stud...

Read up on the romantic idealism of Titian, the gorgeous colors of Cézanne, the graffiti-inspired figures of Jean-Michel Basquiat, and more. *13 Paint...

Learn about the meanings behind 100 iconic works of art in Art: Explained. Discover why Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel, why Rembrandt was o...

Young readers are introduced to the wonders of da Vinci's mysterious Mona Lisa, the playful cutouts of Matisse, van Gogh's mesmerizing brushstrokes, a...

This book highlights 500 years of great art created by women, introducing young readers to amazing painters, sculptors, and photographers. The book fe...

Discover and learn about hundreds of unique and eccentric pieces from across art history in The Madman's Gallery. Featuring images of 100 antique pa...

Arranged chronologically, the selection of artists featured in this book includes every major artistic movement and development since the Gothic perio...

One of the most famous and popular books on art ever written. The Story of Art presents the history of art as one unfolding narrative, from the earlie...

Dare to enter the mysterious world of the macabre with the fascinating book Skulls: Portraits of the Dead and the Stories They Tell. This book inclu...

New Retro combines the past with the present in a brilliant showcase of logos, graphics, and other projects that pay homage to the vintage aesthetic...

Palate Palette is a charming visualization of what the best artists and illustrators around the world love to eat. Full of colorful and characterful...

Learn about the world of Modern art! 13 Modern Artists Children Should Know features bold artwork, profiles on popular artists, and more for childre...

Gain insight and inspiration from artists who define sculpture in From the Sculptor's Studio. You'll see and hear from sculptors such as Anthony Car...

The most important and best-loved artists of the Pop movement are gathered in Pop Art: 50 Artworks You Should Know, an accessible book filled with pai...

Fundamentals of Art History is an essential resource for art history students and is a fascinating read for anyone interested in art history. The bo...

This book covers art history over seven centuries. Featured works include Giotto's Arena Chapel frescoes, Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus," and Leona...

50 Portraits You Should Know is a wide-ranging collection of 50 iconic portraits by renowned artists, each with their own unique style and story to ...

Dive into iconic artist Jean-Michel Basquiat’s life and work in Desperately Seeking Basquiat. This book explores the most significant locations of B...

This book introduces young readers to Mona Lisa's mysterious smile, Frida Kahlo's depiction of herself with a monkey, and Van Gogh's hypnotically swir...

The Surrealist movement that developed in Europe following the devastation of World War I swept energetically through all kinds of media. Surrealism: ...

Learn how art can trick the mind. 13 Art Illusions Children Should Know features classic examples of illusion in artwork alongside engaging writing ...

Vincent Van Gogh famously sold only one painting during his life, but within a few years of his death he was recognized as one of the greatest modern ...

Art Nouveau: 50 Works of Art You Should Know is an authoritative, accessible, and beautifully illustrated book that explores 50 of the most important ...

Originating in France after World War I, Art Deco quickly spread throughout Europe and America, and encompassed nearly every artistic medium from pain...

Packaged for Life: Beer, Wine & Spirits is a perfect gift for illustrators and designers who recognize, appreciate, and celebrate the overlooked bea...

This book takes a look at 13 of the world's most fascinating sculptures, including works by Michelangelo, Rodin, and Niki de Saint Phalle, and other w...

Methods and Theories of Art History Third Edition provides a comprehensive discussion of the critical theories that are used to analyze art. The boo...

This book brings together 13 architectural wonders that have intrigued children for years, including Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, Germany's Neuschwa...