On 2010-03-04 J. Roberts, Denver, CO USA wrote: I originally was introduced to this work by an art teacher who had the hard copy. It is a beautiful account of the major artists of the 20th Century. I bought the paper version because of the price not realizing it is about 1/2 the size. Had I known I probably would have bought the hard bound edition. . And summed up by saying A great resource for the amateur or the professional artist.. Currently The 20th Century Art Book (Phaidon) has an overall rating of 8 over 10.
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Phaidon Press claimed ´The 20th Century Art Book´ was hailed upon its release as an exciting celebration of the myriad forms assumed by art over the last century. Complementing the phenomenally successful ´Art Book´, and most recently ´The American Art Book´, it presents a new and original way of bringing art alive. Covering the truly international nature of the modern art scene, it encompasses established, iconic works of art and the classics of the future. 500 artists are showcased in alphabetical order, each represented by a full-page colour plate of a definitive work and an incisive text which sheds light on both image and creator. This book is above all easy to use: cross-references help the reader make connections between artists; there is a jargon-free glossary of artistic terms and movements; and an international directory of museums and galleries lists the works on public view. Ideal for those approaching the subject for the first time, it is a fun and unintimidating look at the ever-expanding boundaries of art.
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