With entries on over 170 artworks representing the unrivaled collection at Tate Britain, this useful handbook provides a lively and informative introduction to the story of art in Britain over the las
A perfect introduction to one of the most important painters of the twentieth century. Includes full colour illustrations of all Caulfield's best-known work. This is a brand new title in the hardback
Born in 1962, Gary Hume emerged as a leading figure in the YBAs (Young British Artists) and achieved success with paintings based on hospital doors, rendered in high gloss. In the early 1990s, Hume tr
An exploration of Ai Weiwei's architectural and installation projects across his entire career to date. Published in association with the Ai Weiwei, this is a timely and comprehensive publication on o
“Ice cream, Strawberry, Peppermint, Lime,Step this way and stand in line!”In 1920s Soviet Russia, writer and poet Samuil Marshak and graphic artist Vladimir Lebedev came together to bring the energy a
Reissued in the brand new hardback British Artists format this is an overview of life and key works of one of Britain's most loved modernist artists. It includes full colour photographs of Hepworth's
Overview of life and key works of one of Britain's most loved modernist artists, includes full colour photographs of Hepworth's most famous sculptures. Reissued in the brand new hardback British Artis
Saloua Raouda Choucair, born in 1916 in Beirut, is a Lebanese painter and sculptor. *This is an exciting new publication on an important artist whose work has rarely been exhibited in the West and acc
The hugely popular introduction to one of the most important painters of the twentieth century, reissued in the brand new hardback British Artists format. Includes full colour illustrations of all Bac
*It is widely recognised that surrealism has been fundamental to the development of modern art and literature. What is often under-appreciated, however, is its international perspective. This thought-
Transformed by the mysterious pre-Columbian artifacts and monuments that suffused the Mexican landscape, distressed by the failure of political ideology, and inspired by discoveries of scientists of t
Exploring Chagall's development from the 'naive' narratives in his early work, towards his unique style combining fauve, cubist, expressionist and suprematist influences while reflecting his native Je
*Considered a controversial figure in his day, Turner is now widely regarded as one of the greatest landscape painters in the history of art. This richly produced book has over 200 colour images and l
Mr. and Mrs. Polka-Dot are a young couple ready to settle down. With real estate agent Mr. Weevil, they search for their dream home. In this deliriously funny house-hunting marathon, the Polka-Dots vi
The Turner A5 Notebook is from the new Tate Notebooks and Notecards range, featuring four of Tate's best-loved artists: Rossetti, Turner, Sargent and Whistler. Each notebook is 210 mm high and 148 mm
Five perforated A4 sheets contain an array of characters, furniture and toys that can be pressed out and assembled bringing Alice's Emporium to life. Easy to follow instructions are included on the re
Kurt Schwitters (1887-1948) was one of the most influential European avant-garde artists to come to prominence in the interwar years. This book concentrates on Schwitters' lesser known late works that
'Glam' emerged in the early 1970s and remains one of the most instantly recognisable but critically derided styles of twentieth century art and cultural history. Known mostly through the music of the
Baggage was first published in russia in 1926 as part of a plan for a new style of picture book, established by the Commissariat of Enlightenment to educate the children of the revolution. It is the p
Timely new monograph on this important British photographer includes a new interview with the artist by Jem Southam. The book accompanies a major exhibition at Tate, St Ives.
Lively, informative and entertaining, this is an account of one of the twentieth century's most flamboyant and influential art movements. Included in this group portrait are the famous: Roy Lichtenste
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the life and work of the important British abstract painter William Scott (1913–1989). After studying at Belfast College of Art and the Royal Academy of Ar
The essays in this volume engage directly with topical issues around art and gender, globalization, cultural difference, and curating, as well as explorations of key artists and movements and some les
Andy warhol (1928 - 87) was a phenomenon. He remains a phenomenon to this day, not only through his own work but also through that of the many admirers and followers who populate the stage of contempo
Quentin Blake (b. 1932) is one of the best-known and best-loved illustrators in the world, having created brilliant and iconic characters for Roald Dahl, Russell Hoban, Joan Aiken, and Michael Rosen.
Offers a look at the dynamic relationship between performance and painting from 1950 onwards. Moving through half a century of work in painting, video and photography, and including archival and docum
One of England’s best-loved sculptors, Barbara Hepworth (1903–1975) was an important figure in the development of international abstract art. This book explores a two-year period of Hepworth’s life wh
Born in 1909, Francis Bacon is unique amongst his generation of artists as he independently choose Hitler, Nazi Germany and Fascist propaganda to be one of the most influential sources for his practic
Russian-born Jewish sculptor Naum Gabo (1890–1977) is one of the 20th century’s most unsung artistic masters. In 1917, Gabo developed the theories and practice of a new art movement he called Construc
Daido Moriyama is recognized as one of Japan's most important and influential photographers, particularly for his depictions of what he saw as the breakdown of traditional values in post-war Japan. Th
Through carefully chosen themes and topics rather than through a general survey, this title approaches the process of looking at works of art in terms of their audiences, functions and cross-cultural
Counting is fun, but it’s a lot more fun when you can count things like fingers and tongues and freckles. At Our House is a charming adventure through the eyes of one household and the bodies that are
Suitable for students of art history as well as those seeking an understanding of art and of the cultural and historical context in which it is made, this title brings together primary texts by artist
The works of the Pre-Raphaelites are among the best known of all English paintings, and yet they have sometimes been dismissed as Victoriana or mere escapism. This book corrects that view.
A society of young artists and writers, the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood was founded in London in 1848 to rebel against the classical academic painting conventions of the day in favor of a meeting of me
Featuring an illustrated A - Z of over 150 artists, with concise and accessible entries and explanations of key terms in art history and museology, Tate Modern: The Handbook is an ideal introduction t
Written and hand drawn by award-winning author Sarah Richardson, Make Your Mark functions as a drawing aid, taking its readers on a creative journey. Beginning with the joys of scribbling, children le
Roy Lichtenstein (1923–1997), contemporary of Andy Warhol and Jasper Johns, is one of the best-known and most accessible artists of the Pop generation. Taking much of his subject matter from comics an
From Dick Bruna, the well-loved author and illustrator of the Miffy books, come three compact and delightful picture books introducing shapes, colors, and numbers:?I Can Count, My Vest Is White, and R
