The Story Of Painting: Facts You Should Know About Painting And Painters

By Murray Sheehan

Book Overview

The Story of Painting: Facts You Should Know About Painting and Painters is a comprehensive guide to the history of painting and the artists who have created some of the most iconic works of art in the world. Written by Sheehan Murray, this book covers the major movements and styles of painting from the prehistoric era to the present day, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the evolution of painting as an art form.The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in the history of painting. The first chapter covers the prehistoric era, including cave paintings and rock art, while subsequent chapters explore the art of ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The book also covers the Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo periods, as well as the rise of Impressionism, Expressionism, and other modern art movements.Throughout the book, readers will learn about the lives and works of some of the most famous painters in history, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Picasso, among others. The book also includes reproductions of some of the most famous paintings in the world, providing readers with a visual reference to the art discussed in the text.Overall, The Story of Painting: Facts You Should Know About Painting and Painters is an essential guide for anyone interested in the history of painting and the artists who have shaped this art form over the centuries. Whether you are a student of art history or simply an art lover, this book is sure to provide you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the rich and fascinating world of painting.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: 1163168386
• ISBN13: 9781163168387
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"