A significant publication of original writing on Lucian Freud, including interviews with leading contemporary artists, marking the 100th anniversary of his birth
An exploration of a crucial turning point in Italian art.
A definitive overview of one of the most celebrated figures of the Italian Renaissance
How faces are captured shows in striking ways the artistic aims of those who painted them. But how can the depiction of a face suggest a personality? This book tackles this and other... Læs mere
Discusses and describes the material nature of paintings, how they age and the main types of conservation treatment carried out on panel and canvas paintings, along with some of the problems involved in cleaning and restoration.
Give the gift of art with this beautifully illustrated volume tracing the development of European painting over six centuries through one hundred pictures—each significant and by a different artist
Frames often catch the eye of visitors to galleries, yet labels and catalogues rarely comment on them. This informative guide offers insight into the various forms of frame housing... Læs mere
An exploration of Nicolas Poussin’s influential classical style through his paintings of dance and dancers
A generously illustrated volume presenting new work by Ali Cherri, the 2021 Artist in Residence at the National Gallery, London
This richly illustrated publication explores the lasting influence of Gainsborough’s Blue Boy on British art and culture