A fascinating exploration of the inspiration behind, and development of, classically inspired sculpture and other ornamental wares in black basalt, the famous stoneware perfected by Josiah Wedgwood in 1768.
Explores the lasting legacy of the work of the French artist Eugène Louis Charvot, best known for his paintings of sun-filled North African street scenes and the French countryside.
Tells the fascinating story of how, and why, 202 of the world's most iconic artworks toured the USA after World War II.
With a wealth of archival images, stadium stories and reminiscences by athletes, supporters and those who worked on the building and organisation, this new volume is a richly illustrated souvenir of the changing design and purpose of Olympic stadiums over the past century.
Presents highlights of the Taft Museum of Art's exceptional collection, which spans over 750 years of creative endeavour.
A 'who's-who' guide to Pierre-Auguste Renoir's iconic Luncheon of the Boating Party.
Illuminates one of Holbein's most famous portraits with a combination of scholarly scrutiny and fictional narrative.
An engaging account of a sculpture once considered the "boast and pride of North America"
Recounts the complex history of this understudied masterwork and its important, and influential, position in Caravaggio's oeuvre.
A major new volume on the exceptional art collection of Philippe II, Duke of Orléans, including masterpieces by Raphael, Titian, Veronese, Correggio, Poussin, Rubens, and Rembrandt.
Offers fresh insight into two exquisite masterworks by Pierre Gouthière (1732-1813), celebrated gilder to the French kings.
A major new illustrated volume on the visual diary of extraordinary artist and traveler Henriette, Baroness Hyde de Neuville, who lived and worked in America during the early nineteenth century.