Winner of the Illustrated Book of the Year award in 1994, The Art Book has been an outstanding success and has become a well-known landmark in the art book world. Now published in over 20 different languages and in mini, midi, and hardback formats, it has received rave reviews from numerous newspapers and magazines and has made many appearances on the bestseller lists. Complemented by The 20th Century Art Book and The American Art Book, its unique approach brings art alive. An A-Z guide to 500 great painters and sculptors from medieval to modern times, it debunks art-historical classifications by throwing together brilliant examples of all periods, schools, visions and techniques. Each artist is represented by a full-page colour plate of a definitive work, accompanied by explanatory and illuminating information on the image and its creator. Glossaries of artistic movements and technical terms are included, making this a valuable work of reference as well as a feast for the eyes. By breaking with traditional classifications, The Art Book represents a fresh and original approach to art: an unparalleled visual sourcebook and a celebration of our rich and multi-faceted culture.

About the Author
This compilation draws together the research and works of a broad selection of curators, critics, artists, and academics.

Reviews
'An anthology crackling with visual energy'
The Times
'..as close to perfection as you'll get.'
The Bookseller
'Beautifully designed...revolutionary...a perfect present'
Good Book Guide
'Big, fun, well designed'
Wall Street Journal
'A great resource'
The Washingtonian
'Innovative'
Chicago Sun Times
'As a visual source book, its first class and gives you a quick tour of art history without necessarily leaving your chair. If art is a new interest, it's a great place to start but it will also be welcomed by regular gallery goers and students of art history.'
Brisbane News



Book Information
ISBN 9780714844879
Author Editors of Phaidon Press
Format Paperback
Page Count 512
Imprint Phaidon Press Ltd
Publisher Phaidon Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 1900g
Dimensions(mm) 245mm * 210mm * 40mm