Description
Discover 'My Big Book of the World's Greatest Art,' an engaging, hardback masterpiece for kids that spans 10,000 years of art history. Authored by the talented Louise Lockhart and published by Prestel Publishing on 15-10-2019, this beautifully illustrated children's book invites young readers to explore the fascinating evolution of art from ancient cave paintings to contemporary works by renowned artists like Banksy. With dimensions of 225 x 320 mm, this 48-page volume employs a fun and interactive approach, making art history accessible and enjoyable for children.
Each vibrant spread introduces key art periods, allowing kids to learn about diverse artists and iconic masterpieces in an immersive way. The book reveals how ancient civilizations created colors from natural sources and how religion influenced artistic movements throughout the medieval period. Children will also discover how inventions and theories during the Renaissance shaped the work of painters and sculptors, alongside the significant roles artists played in historical revolutions.
A perfect stepping stone for nurturing a lifelong appreciation for art, 'My Big Book of the World's Greatest Art' provides endless opportunities for learning through colorful visuals and engaging content. This book serves as a unique resource for parents and educators looking to inspire creativity and critical thinking in young minds.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox NZ is a proud Auckland-based business, and this product is readily available within New Zealand—eliminating unexpected import charges or customs duties.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 225 x 320 mm
Pages: 48
Bind: hardback
Author: Louise Lockhart Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 15-10-2019
From cave paintings to Banksy, this stylish, fun, and interactive book will teach kids about 10,000 years of art history. This children’s book is the perfect stepping stone to a lifelong appreciation of art. Each major art period unfolds in a gently colored spread featuring famous artists and artworks while other spreads present specific scenes that incorporate similar details. In this book, kids will learn how the earliest artists mixed pigments; how ancient civilizations worshiped their gods; how religion drove artistic efforts in the middle ages; and scientific discoveries inspired Renaissance painters and sculptors. They’ll observe artists playing key roles in revolutions both historic and cultural and they’ll visit a modern museum to see what today’s artists are creating. Packed with endless possibilities for learning, this book offers kids a new way to engage with and understand the art they experience every day.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
Each vibrant spread introduces key art periods, allowing kids to learn about diverse artists and iconic masterpieces in an immersive way. The book reveals how ancient civilizations created colors from natural sources and how religion influenced artistic movements throughout the medieval period. Children will also discover how inventions and theories during the Renaissance shaped the work of painters and sculptors, alongside the significant roles artists played in historical revolutions.
A perfect stepping stone for nurturing a lifelong appreciation for art, 'My Big Book of the World's Greatest Art' provides endless opportunities for learning through colorful visuals and engaging content. This book serves as a unique resource for parents and educators looking to inspire creativity and critical thinking in young minds.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox NZ is a proud Auckland-based business, and this product is readily available within New Zealand—eliminating unexpected import charges or customs duties.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 225 x 320 mm
Pages: 48
Bind: hardback
Author: Louise Lockhart Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 15-10-2019
From cave paintings to Banksy, this stylish, fun, and interactive book will teach kids about 10,000 years of art history. This children’s book is the perfect stepping stone to a lifelong appreciation of art. Each major art period unfolds in a gently colored spread featuring famous artists and artworks while other spreads present specific scenes that incorporate similar details. In this book, kids will learn how the earliest artists mixed pigments; how ancient civilizations worshiped their gods; how religion drove artistic efforts in the middle ages; and scientific discoveries inspired Renaissance painters and sculptors. They’ll observe artists playing key roles in revolutions both historic and cultural and they’ll visit a modern museum to see what today’s artists are creating. Packed with endless possibilities for learning, this book offers kids a new way to engage with and understand the art they experience every day.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.