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How to Read Paintings: Western art explored through a close-reading of painted masterpieces

Christopher P. Jones

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Description:How to Read Paintings provides a fascinating analysis of a variety of paintings made in the Western tradition.**Note: Images are shown in full colour.From works by Raphael to Monet, this wide-ranging book will introduce you to a selection of popular paintings and teach you how to understand their meaning. Along the way, the author provides the basic criteria to consider when looking at works of art, giving you a new perspective on art history.By exploring what the pictures actually show, including their symbolism, stories and composition, this illustrated guide will make your appreciation of paintings and artworks a more rewarding experience.Artworks include:The Kiss by Gustav KlimtWanderer above the Sea of Fog by Caspar David FriedrichSelf-Portrait by Albrecht DürerParis Street; Rainy Day by Gustave CaillebotteWater Lilies by Claude MonetSusanna and the Elders by Artemisia Gentileschi... and many more.Dip in at random or read from beginning to end, How to Read Paintings is an accessible tour of some of the most beautiful objects in art. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced art lover, this book has something for everyone.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with How to Read Paintings: Western art explored through a close-reading of painted masterpieces. To get started finding How to Read Paintings: Western art explored through a close-reading of painted masterpieces, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Publisher: Thinksheet

Release: 2020

ISBN: 173973341X

Description: How to Read Paintings provides a fascinating analysis of a variety of paintings made in the Western tradition.**Note: Images are shown in full colour.From works by Raphael to Monet, this wide-ranging book will introduce you to a selection of popular paintings and teach you how to understand their meaning. Along the way, the author provides the basic criteria to consider when looking at works of art, giving you a new perspective on art history.By exploring what the pictures actually show, including their symbolism, stories and composition, this illustrated guide will make your appreciation of paintings and artworks a more rewarding experience.Artworks include:The Kiss by Gustav KlimtWanderer above the Sea of Fog by Caspar David FriedrichSelf-Portrait by Albrecht DürerParis Street; Rainy Day by Gustave CaillebotteWater Lilies by Claude MonetSusanna and the Elders by Artemisia Gentileschi... and many more.Dip in at random or read from beginning to end, How to Read Paintings is an accessible tour of some of the most beautiful objects in art. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced art lover, this book has something for everyone.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with How to Read Paintings: Western art explored through a close-reading of painted masterpieces. To get started finding How to Read Paintings: Western art explored through a close-reading of painted masterpieces, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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