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Discover the timeless masterpiece, *The Story of Art*, authored by the eminent art historian Ernst Gombrich. This influential book, first published over 50 years ago and now in its sixteenth edition, remains a cornerstone in the study of art appreciation and history. Known for his unique perspective and depth of analysis, Gombrich revolutionized the way we understand visual culture and artistic expression. His synthesis of art and psychological perception offers invaluable insights for both scholars and casual readers alike.
*The Story of Art* is celebrated for its engaging prose and clarity, making complex art movements accessible to all. From the ancient classics to modern masterpieces, Gombrich provides a comprehensive narrative enriched with striking illustrations that breathe life into art history. As a perfect gift for art lovers, students of history, and anyone curious about the evolution of artistic styles, this book is a library essential.
Ernst Gombrich's remarkable career spanned decades, during which he received numerous accolades, including a knighthood and revered international awards. His legacy continues to inspire generations, making *The Story of Art* not just a book, but a pivotal educational resource.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780714832470
Year: 2007
Publisher: Phaidon
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780714832470
Year: 2007
Publisher: Phaidon
Description:
Ernst Gombrich was one of the greatest and least conventional art historians of his age, achieving fame and distinction in three separate spheres: as a scholar, as a popularizer of art, and as a pioneer of the application of the psychology of perception to the study of art. His best-known book, The Story of Art - first published 50 years ago and now in its sixteenth edition - is one of the most influential books ever written about art. His books further include The Sense of Order (1979) and The Preference for the Primitive (2002), as well as a total of 11 volumes of collected essays and reviews.
Gombrich was born in Vienna in 1909 and died in London in November 2001. He came to London in 1936 to work at the Warburg Institute, where he eventually became Director from 1959 until his retirement in 1976. He won numerous international honours, including a knighthood, the Order of Merit and the Goethe, Hegel and Erasmus prizes.
Gifted with a powerful mind and prodigious memory, he was also an outstanding communicator, with a clear and forceful prose style. His works are models of good art-historical writing, and reflect his humanism and his deep and abiding concern with the standards and values of our cultural heritage.
*The Story of Art* is celebrated for its engaging prose and clarity, making complex art movements accessible to all. From the ancient classics to modern masterpieces, Gombrich provides a comprehensive narrative enriched with striking illustrations that breathe life into art history. As a perfect gift for art lovers, students of history, and anyone curious about the evolution of artistic styles, this book is a library essential.
Ernst Gombrich's remarkable career spanned decades, during which he received numerous accolades, including a knighthood and revered international awards. His legacy continues to inspire generations, making *The Story of Art* not just a book, but a pivotal educational resource.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780714832470
Year: 2007
Publisher: Phaidon
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780714832470
Year: 2007
Publisher: Phaidon
Description:
Ernst Gombrich was one of the greatest and least conventional art historians of his age, achieving fame and distinction in three separate spheres: as a scholar, as a popularizer of art, and as a pioneer of the application of the psychology of perception to the study of art. His best-known book, The Story of Art - first published 50 years ago and now in its sixteenth edition - is one of the most influential books ever written about art. His books further include The Sense of Order (1979) and The Preference for the Primitive (2002), as well as a total of 11 volumes of collected essays and reviews.
Gombrich was born in Vienna in 1909 and died in London in November 2001. He came to London in 1936 to work at the Warburg Institute, where he eventually became Director from 1959 until his retirement in 1976. He won numerous international honours, including a knighthood, the Order of Merit and the Goethe, Hegel and Erasmus prizes.
Gifted with a powerful mind and prodigious memory, he was also an outstanding communicator, with a clear and forceful prose style. His works are models of good art-historical writing, and reflect his humanism and his deep and abiding concern with the standards and values of our cultural heritage.