Book Description:
Explore Western art with “Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, 8th Edition.” This updated guide covers art from ancient times to the contemporary period, across key movements and eras, essential for students and art lovers.
Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, 8th Edition
Authors: Penelope J.E. Davies, Walter B. Denny
ISBN: 978-0205685196
Description:
This cornerstone guide in art history has been meticulously updated in its eighth edition to reflect the latest scholarly insights and research. Divided into six comprehensive sections, the book provides a detailed exploration of Western art:
- The Ancient World: Art from Greece, Rome, and Egypt.
- The Middle Ages: Early Christian to Gothic art.
- The Renaissance and Baroque.
- The Neoclassical and Romantic periods.
- The Realist and Impressionist periods.
- The Modern and Contemporary periods.
Each section enriches understanding of distinct eras and their artistic movements, making it an indispensable resource for both students and enthusiasts of art history.