Mirror of the World: A New History of Art byJulian Bell
- Mirror of the World: A New History of Art
- Julian Bell
- Page:496
- Format: pdf, ePub, mobi, fb2
- ISBN:9780500287545
- Publisher:Thames Hudson
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Overview
In this beautifully written story of art, Julian Bell tells a vivid and compelling history of human artistic achievements, from prehistoric stone carvings to the latest video installations. Bell, himself a painter, uses a variety of objects to reveal how art is a product of our shared experience and how, like a mirror, it can reflect the human condition. With hundreds of illustrations and a uniquely global perspective, Bell juxtaposes examples that challenge and enlighten the reader: dancing bronze figures from southern India, Romanesque sculptures, Baroque ceilings, and jewel-like Persian manuscripts are discussed side by side. With an insider’s ...
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