I read the 20th century art book straight through, from acconci to zorio, which is perhaps not the best and certainly not the only way to use this brilliantlyconceived reference work, even though i personally enjoyed going through this book page by page, encountering old favorites and artists new to me in a sequence which owed nothing to. The publisher of the groundbreaking the art book, 30,000 years of art, and the perennial best seller the story of art, phaidon now publishes books on art, architecture, photography, design, performing arts, decorative arts, fashion, film, travel, and contemporary culture, as well as cookbooks and childrens books. Depicts five hundred paintings and sculptures, each by a different modern artist, in alphabetical order by artist, with a brief description of the work and its place in art history and in the artists career former library book. At a hefty 832 pages, 20th century world architecture. The fact that the artists are in alphabetical order makes this a. An az guide to the greatest painters and sculptors from medieval to modern times, it debunks arthistorical classifications by throwing together brilliant examples of all periods, schools, visions and.
Marcel duchamps oeuvre spanned many of the early 20th centurys key movements, including dada and futurism. Im an art fan, and im a fan of phaidons art book series. Showcasing over 280 artists in alphabetical order, it place established figures like jeff wall, marlene dumas and maurizio cattelan alongside the rising stars of the. Today, however, duchamp is best remembered for his controversial work titled fountain 1917 a porcelain urinal upon which duchamp added the false signature, r. Simultaneously outrageous and puzzling, fountain is a seminal 20th century moment, removing arts. Following in the tradition of phaidons the art book, this is an illustrated dictionary which presents in alphabetical order the work of 500 great artists from the. All 20th century art paintings ship within 48 hours and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. The art books are just a wonderful collection from widely different sources and the books themselves are laid out beautifully. Complemented by the 20th century art book, the american art book, and now the 21st century art book, its unique approach brings art alive. The 20th century art book, first edition, phaidon abebooks. Twentiethcentury artand what it became as modern artbegan with modernism in the late nineteenth century.
Some of most influential modern and contemporary art movements and developments of the century include fauvism, cubism. It is small, easy to carry around, packed with great information on some of the most influential artists of this century and explains why these particular artists had such an influence on the world of art today. The work of 500 artists arranged in alphabetical order, presented in fullcolor plate with a brief but incisive commentary. A lively and accessible history of european and american painting from the mid 20th century onwards. A useful basic reference book, it chronicles every artist you could ever need to know about in an easy to use az format. Book overview following in the tradition of phaidons the art book, this is an illustrated dictionary which presents in alphabetical order the work of 500 great artists from the 20th century. The 20th century art book by phaidon press goodreads. Following in the tradition of phaidons the art book, this is an illustrated dictionary which presents in alphabetical order the work of 500 great artists from the 20th century. Following in the tradition of phaidon s the art book, this is an illustrated dictionary which presents in alphabetical order the work of 500 great artists from the 20th century. It presents an abundance of famous, varied and colourful images by 500 of the greatest artists from the middle ages to the present day. The easy to use crossreferencing system reveals the connections between artists and the glossary defines terms and artistic movements in. The 20th century art book, first edition, phaidon abebooks passion for books. Each artist is represented by a fullpage colour plate of a key work and a short text about the work of the artist. Complementing the phenomenally successful art book, and most recently the american art book, it presents a new and original way of bringing art alive.
A useful basic reference book, it chronicles every artist you could ever cant tell a chagall from a cezanne. Great book, covers a lot of contemporary art practice. The first book to celebrate the beautiful and provocative ways artists have represented, scrutinized and utilized the body over centuries. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. The art book is the first ever fullyillustrated art dictionary. Ranging across the full spectrum of disciplines, including photography.
About this title following the phenomenal success of the art book, this book uses the same compelling formula in relation to the art of the 20th century. Its a great book for anyone whos interested in art or for those who hear an artists name mentioned and wants to check that artist out. The museum has the largest collection of new deal art and murals in the country. Global in scope, the book features work from 50 countries across a variety of mediums, from painting, drawing, and sculpture to digital art, video installation. An az guide to the greatest painters and sculptors from medieval to modern times, it debunks art historical classifications by throwing together brilliant examples of all periods, schools, visions and techniques. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Goodreads members who liked the 20th century art book also liked. Complemented by the 20th century art book and the american art book, its unique. The original edition of this ambitious reference was published in hardcover in 1998, in two oversize volumes 10x. Celebrated works are shown alongside future classics. I bought this book as a supplimental text for my 20th century art history class and im so glad i did. The phaidon atlas takes a truly global and remarkably comprehensive look at projects constructed between 1900 1999. Architectural digest this book is an atlas but its also a snapshot.
Choose your favorite 20th century paintings from millions of available designs. Complemented by the 20th century art book and the american art book, its unique approach brings art alive. Covering the truly international nature of the modern art scene, it encompasses established, iconic. Elle decoration this superbly illustrated, alphabetically arranged celebration of 500 modern artists is a model of its kind. Showcasing over 280 artists in alphabetical order, it place established figures like jeff wall, marlene dumas and maurizio cattelan alongside the rising stars of the next generation such as camille henrot and haroon mirza. Introducing 100 new artists selected from all periods and from across the globe, the new edition includes for the first time leading figures from the fields of photography and performance art. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Artists in the twentieth century chose two distinct ways to depict modernism and the excitement of progressrealism and abstraction. Its a great book for anyone whos interested in art or for those who hear an artist s name mentioned and wants to check that artist out.
Depicts five hundred paintings and sculptures, each by a different modern artist, in alphabetical order by artist, with a brief description of the work and its place in art history and in the artist s career former library book. It presents 500 artists in an alphabetical order, each represented by a fullpage colour plate of a definitive work and an incisive text which sheds light on both. Shop for 12th century art from the worlds greatest living artists. Big issue a great way to sort out your baselitzs from your basquiats.
Editions of the 20th century art book by phaidon press. Discover our collection of art prints from the 20th century, including van gogh and monet, available to buy online from the national gallery shop today. The most famous painters of the 20th century widewalls. The 20th century art book is an excellent companion and serves as a wonderful reference book to the world of contemporary art. Earlymid 20th century american artists artcyclopedia. The times top 200 artists of the 20th century to now. Rooted so deeply in the immediate sociopolitical reality of its time as well as the highly influential artistic and technological. Up to 18th century 19th century earlymid 20th century contemporary artists undated. To talk about the art of the 20th century and all its famous painters is to talk about an exciting, complex, groundbreaking avantgarde period in the history of arts that had broken away from tradition and changed the way we comprehend the arts forever. The new mini edition has all the visual energy and compelling insights of the original but in a.
While the era is known as the dark ages, the 12th century had plenty of high points. The top 10 artworks of the 20th century art and design. Phaidon the twenty first century art book for sale. Choose your favorite 12th century designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags, and more. A complement to the landmark the art book, the 21stcentury art book is an accessible guide to best contemporary art made since 2000.
Choose your favorite 20th century art paintings from millions of available designs. To book tickets for this date you need to be a national gallery member. Complementing the phenomenally successful landmark, art book, and most recently the american art book, it presents a new and original way of bringing art alive. Some of the works are just plain bizarre, others are boring.
The times one of the most complete representations of this centurys art to hit the shelves. Arguably the most eventful period in the history of art, the 20th century witnessed the birth foreshadowed at the end of the 19th century and outgrowth of abstraction, along with innumerable movements that came and went amidst radical changes across the globe. The 20th century art book by no author and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The only resource of its kind, 20thcentury world architecture contains, in a single volume, over 750 of the most outstanding works of architecture built between 1900 and 1999. However, maybe some of the selections of artist s works is a little unusual, i. Art of the 20th century karl ruhrberg, klaus honnef. The second edition of the art book is a substantially expanded and updated version of the hugely successful original.
Fauvism in paris introduced heightened nonrepresentational colour into figurative painting. All 20th century paintings ship within 48 hours and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. I truly enjoy the art book as well as the 20th century art book. A complement to the landmark the art book it showcases 500 artists in alphabetical order, placing early stars like monet, picasso and dali alongside the most innovative contemporary artists and documenting the myriad new media used by artists, from oil to sculpture.
The 20th century art book editors of phaidon press. Find books like the 20th century art book from the worlds largest community of readers. Buy modern and primitive art phaidon 20thcentury art 1st u. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. Arranged in alphabetical order by artist, it is amazingly easy to use. Each artist is represented by a fullpage colour plate of a definitive work. The phaidon atlas takes a truly global and remarkably comprehensive look at projects constructed between 1900 and 1999, from familiar. The top 10 artworks of the 20th century from picassos formidable whores and magrittes provocative pipe to pollock painting like an angel, the best 20thcentury art reflects a world of flux. The essential art book collection art phaidon store.