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 ...

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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

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 ...

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

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

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 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...

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

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

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

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...

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

Impressionism: 13 Artists Children Should Know teaches young readers how painters from Claude Monet to John Singer Sargent introduced Impressionist ...

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

13 Architects Children Should Know introduces children to history's most iconic architectural feats and the people behind them — from Christopher Wren...

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

The history of American art is as varied as its 50 states. This book celebrates the artists who placed America at the forefront of modern art. With co...

50 Photos You Should Know offers a stunning visual history of photography and photojournalism. Recording moments both intimate and earth-shattering, i...

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

Celebrating the beauty, versatility, and depth of the world’s most neutral colors, Palette Mini Series: Black & White serves as a source of timeless...