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

By Murray Sheehan

Book Overview

The Story of Painting is a comprehensive book that covers the history of painting and famous painters from around the world. Written by Sheehan Murray, the book is a must-read for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning more about the art form.The book begins with an introduction to the basics of painting, including the different types of paint, brushes, and techniques used by artists. It then delves into the history of painting, starting with prehistoric cave paintings and moving on to ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art.The book also covers the Renaissance period and the emergence of famous painters like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. It then moves on to the Baroque and Rococo periods, highlighting the works of Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Rubens.The book also explores the rise of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, featuring the works of Monet, Van Gogh, and C�����zanne. It then concludes with a discussion of modern and contemporary art, including the works of Picasso, Warhol, and Pollock.Throughout the book, Sheehan Murray provides interesting facts and anecdotes about the painters and their works, making the book both informative and engaging. The Story of Painting is a great resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of painting and its rich history.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: 1432586033
• ISBN13: 9781432586034
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"