Spanning seven centuries, this selection of fifty iconic paintings offers readers a crash course in art history while presenting gorgeous color reproductions that are a pleasure to contemplate. Starti
Robert Irwin, one of the most influentialpostwar American artists and a pioneeringfigure of California Light and Space Art, isthe subject of this book that traces hisdevelopment and remarkable accompl
The second in an acclaimed series of illustratedbiographies of Magnum photographers,this volume chronicles the life and work ofBruce Davidson, a truly American artist,iconoclast, and humanist. Bruce D
From the 14th Vienna Secession exhibition in 1902 to the development of Constructivism in the 1920s, art in Austria- Hungary underwent a seismic change that challenged preconceptions, and broke the ru
Few paintings inspire the kind of intense study and speculation as Garden of Earthly Delights, the world famous triptych by Netherlandish master Hieronymus Bosch. The painting has been interpreted as
Few creative alliances flourished as productively as that of the artist Georgia O'Keeffe and the photographer Alfred Stieglitz. Author Peter-Cornell Richter examines the lives of these artists to reve
One of the most recognizable artists of his era, Amedeo Modigliani is also perhaps one of the least understood. In this thorough, yet refreshingly concise volume, Werner Schmalenbach examines Modiglia
The Art Deco style is so recognisable and widespread that its original impact on the culture in which it emerged has been all but lost in the clutter of imitation. This book draws our attention back t
Georgia O'Keeffe's bold and colorful depictions of flowers, New York skylines, and desert landscapes are easily recognizable to most adults and endlessly intriguing to young readers. This introduction
Painted during the artist's "golden period," Gustav Klimt's The Tree of Life has been interpreted in myriad ways. This children's book deftly incorporates the mysteries and depth of Klimt's masterpiec
"United in DE.FI.CIEN.CY are three artists from different generationsand national backgrounds. Andrzej Wroblewski, perhaps Poland's preeminentpostwar painter, died in 1957 at the age of thirt
This delightful colouring book introduces children to one of the world's most celebrated artists, Sandro Botticelli. Best known for The Birth of Venus and Primavera, Botticelli is one of the most admi
In this fabulous book, readers will be immersed in the designs that made Oscar de la Renta one of fashion's most influential designers, who dressed celebrities, American First Ladies and socialites fr
The first comprehensive monograph of theacclaimed Austrian artist Renate Bertlmannpresents a sweeping survey of her oeuvre. The artist Renate Bertlmann, who lives and works in Vienna,is a preeminent r
The name Walker Evans conjures images of the American everyman.Whether it's his iconic contributions to James Agee's depressioneraclassic book, Let Us Now Praise Famous Men, his architecturalexplorati
Meat is back --in many forms. Whetheras salami, air-dried ham, bratwurst, bloodsausage, pate, or pulled pork, meat istruly experiencing a renaissance. Today,the enjoyment of meat is bucking recentasce
The heyday of the Art Nouveau style was relatively short, spanning the decades immediately before and after 1900. However it was a tremendously important period, not only for its radical shift away fr
Olaf Hajek (b. Rendsburg, 1965; lives and works in Berlin) is o ne of theworld's most successful illustrators. His work has appeared in newspapersincluding the New York Times and London's The Guardian
Abraham-Louis Breguet invented many of the standard components of today's most prestigious watches, earning the title "The Father of Modern Horology." The self-winding watch, the gong spring, the firs
"A nun working on a piece of embroidery, a face obscured by flowers--theseare only some of the motifs the German-Bulgarian artistOda Jaune (b. Sofia, 1979; lives and works in Paris) presents
In every segment of retail, countless productscompete for our attention. Whetherfashion, cosmetics, furnishings, accessories,or gourmet food, the range of goods isoverwhelming. Designers and manufactu
The interior design of homes can be looked at as a reflection ofcontemporary lifestyle and of cultural changes in our society.Designing residential spaces is a complex undertaking on the part ofthe ar
Whether sketched on a napkin or generatedfrom complex data, maps are a fascinatingexpression of contemporary visualculture. Their styles may range from simpleto intricate, focused to comprehensive,and
Public preposition is the title of a series of works in public settings MischaKuball (b. Dusseldorf, 1959; lives and works in Dusseldorf) has realized since2009. Since the 1970s, artists have explored
One of the art world's most recognisable and popular styles, Impressionism is also one of the most complex. In this sumptuous overview Norbert Wolf lends his attention to all aspects of Impressionism:
From jewellery designers to scientists, graphic artists to naturalists, the range of people inspired by Ernst Haeckel's illustrations continues to grow. Following up on Prestel's Art Forms in Nature a
Architectural ceramic decoration is one of the most celebrated manifestations of the arts of Islam. Spanning a period from the 13th to the 20th century, the tiles featured in this book exhibit a rich
Sparse landscapes of Lake Superior's northern shores, bold visions of the Rocky Mountains and haunting landscapes from the Eastern Arctic are hallmark themes of Lawren Harris's paintings. He was a fou
Botticelli is one of the most admired artists of the Renaissance period and his seductive Venus and graceful Primavera are among the world's most recognisable works of art. This catalogue raisonne of
The work of Chen Fei (b. Shanxi, China, 1983; lives and works in Beijing)is part of a new trend in contemporary Chinese art that represents a clearthematic as well as aesthetic departure from the avan
The British artist John Beech (b. Winchester, UK, 1964; lives and works in New York) transforms the stuff of ordinary life into aesthetic objects. His approach, which he has described as "eve
The works of the Philippine artist Jigger Cruz (b. Malabon City, 1984; livesand works in Manila, Philippines) scrutinize the role of figuration in contemporaryart. Cruz started his career in the under
This illustrated book documents the aesthetic of the boulevard and the Strausberger Platz. It shows moreover how well contemporary lifestyles and designs can be integrated into the socialist classicis
A woman ahead of her time, Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) was an intrepid explorer, naturalist and scholar, as well as a magnificent artist. This lovely, impeccably designed book tells Merian's incr
Parrots, trees, deer, family members, friends, flowers, the sun and the moon-Frida Kahlo's use of symbolism and colour wonderfully lends itself to teaching children about the artistic process. Through
A reference volume, story and picture book in one - this compendium offers a complete overview on the German system of higher education. Organised alphabetically by city, the Universities featured in
Certain to provide hours of enlightening entertainment, this sticker book takes children on an adventure through one of the world's most magical places, the Alhambra in Granada, Spain. Dozens of stick
Widely acknowledged as the world's leading authority on Edward Curtis, Christopher Cardozo draws on his deep understanding of the photographer and his work in curating this stunning selection, chosen
Rodel Tapaya (b. Montalban, Philippines, 1980; lives and works in Bulacan, Philippines) is one of the most promising visual artists of his generation. His prominent position on the Southeast Asian sce
What makes the Book of Kells such an extraordinary example of illuminated manuscript? Why is Durer's self-portrait so iconic? How did Turner's Rain, Steam, Speed turn the art world on its head? What's
