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What Makes a Masterpiece?: Encounters with Great Works of Art by Christopher Dell 9780500238790

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In this exploration of the idea of the masterpiece, over fifty world masterpieces, from cave paintings to Cezanne, are brought to life by internationally acclaimed writers, scholars and artists.Many of the contributors are celebrated artists in their own right (Antony Gormley, Quentin Blake and Tom Phillips); others are popular writers (Philip Pullman, Germaine Greer); and many hold positions at well-known institutions, including the Prado, the Van Gogh Museum, the Louvre, the National Gallery and the Sapienza University. Each masterwork is illustrated in full, and key details are selected and separately illustrated, alongside illuminating comparatives.

World masterpieces, from the Chauvet Cave to Cezanne, brought to life by internationally acclaimed artists, art historians, curators and critics

About the Author
Christopher Dell holds a degree in the History of Art from the Courtauld Institute, London. He has written and edited many bestselling titles on art and visual culture, including Freemasonry, Mythology, Monsters, What Makes a Masterpiece? and The Occult, Witchcraft & Magic, all published by Thames & Hudson.

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'Intelligent, lucid, intimate, the book is also beautifully illustrated' - Independent (Best Books for Christmas)
'An art book that really sets you thinking ... a feast of an anthology' - The Spectator
'Thought-provoking ... the breadth of work considered is impressive and the essays are informative and inspiring ... a passionate introduction to the world of great art' - Metro
'Brilliantly edited ... worth buying for the introduction alone' - Decanter



Book Information
ISBN 9780500238790
Author Christopher Dell
Format Hardback
Page Count 304
Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Weight(grams) 1560g

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