Janson, H. W. & Janson, A. F. (5th Ed.) (1997). History of art for young people. New York: Abrams.History of Art for Young People - Janson, Janson - 1997Janson, H.W. and Janson, Anthony F. A History of Art for...
As a young man Peter Paul worked for several years in Italy, for one of the dukes there. The duke liked his work so much that he would not give Rubens permission to leave. One day, however, Rubens had a message from Flanders telling him his mother was very ill. He started for home...
But there isn't room in this chapter for all of them, so we'll begin with Giorgione. Giorgione is called one of the greatest of painters. Like Leonardo da Vinci, he left very few pictures that we are sure he himself painted. A famous painting called “The Concert”is thought by most...
Unit 10 History of Art Art has always reflected the people who create it. Artists have created art works of themselves and others for many reasons, including explaining their ideas, revealing their emotions, the portryal of gods and glorifying their heroes. Some artists, such as Joy Hester, ...
Unit 10 History of Art Art has always reflected the people who create it. Artists have created art works of themselves and others for many reasons, including explaining their ideas, revealing their emotions, the portryal of gods and glorifying their heroes. Some artists, such as Joy Hester, ...
Chinese knotting is a typical local art of China. Its characteristic is that every knot is made with a single rope and named by its specific form and meaning. The tradition of Chinese knotting enjoys a long history. Without present-day accessories such as buttons or zips, ancient people had...
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Ever looked at some artwork in a gallery (no doubt with words of praise printed on the wall) and thought: What's so special about that? I could do that. In fact, I could do better. Well, the American Visionary Art Museum is for you. Grounded in the idea that not all great artists...
Having more time to work when your mate dumps you for someone younger. Being included in revised versions of art history. Not having to undergo the embarrassment of being called a genius. Getting your picture in the art magazines wearing a gorilla suit. ...
Is all for the best in the best of all possible worlds Certainly, more private museums mean more art on display for more people to see. Today’s collectors are reluctant to bequeath (遗赠) to established museums, where space shortages mean works may go straight into storerooms and stay ther...