A History Of Sculpture

By Harold North Fowler

Book Overview

""A History of Sculpture"" by Harold North Fowler is a comprehensive survey of the art of sculpture from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book covers the major sculptural traditions of the world, including those of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, as well as the art of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Baroque period. The author also explores the development of sculpture in Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The book is organized chronologically and thematically, with each chapter focusing on a particular period or style of sculpture. The author provides detailed descriptions of individual works of art, as well as broader analyses of the social, cultural, and historical contexts in which they were created. Throughout the book, Fowler emphasizes the technical and artistic achievements of sculptors, as well as the ways in which their work reflects the values and beliefs of their societies. He also discusses the influence of sculpture on other art forms, such as architecture and painting. Written in clear and accessible prose, ""A History of Sculpture"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of art, sculpture, or visual culture. It is richly illustrated with photographs and drawings of sculptures from around the world, making it a visually engaging and informative read.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417960418
• ISBN13: 9781417960415
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"