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Dialogues In Art History, From Mesopotamian To Modern: Readings For A New Century (Studies In The History Of Art Series)
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This Spirited And Challenging Book Presents Dialogues Between Eminent Art Historians On Current Topics And Dilemmas In The Field. The Essays Consider World Art Of All Periods, Covering Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Preconquest Mexico And Peru, Islam, China, Japan, Renaissance And Baroque Italy, 18Th And 19Thcentury France, And The United States In The 20Th Century And Today.The Authors Propose New Readings As They Challenge Traditional Systems Of Classification; Interpret Monuments In Terms Of Their Interaction With Their Environments; Redefine The Italian Renaissance In Light Of The New Vernacular Sensibility That Emerged In The Trecento; View Portraiture Both In Close Detail And In Social And Historical Perspective; And Point To The Need To Reconcile Historical Coherence With Complexity In Museum Displays.Contributors Include Svetlana Alpers, Elizabeth Hill Boone, Philippe Bordes, Betsy M. Bryan, C. Jean Campbell, Joseph Connors, Charles Dempsey, Marian H. Feldman, Finbarr Barry Flood, Hal Foster, Marc Gotlieb, Ewa Lajerburcharth, Michael Leja, Yukio Lippit, Joanne Pillsbury, Louise Rice, David J. Roxburgh, Jeffrey Weiss, Marit Westermann, And Wu Hung.Published By The National Gallery Of Art, Center For Advanced Study In The Visual Arts / Distributed By Yale University Press
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Dialogues in Art History'? A: The book presents dialogues among prominent art historians discussing current topics and dilemmas in art history, covering a range of periods from ancient to modern art.
- Q: Who are some of the contributors to this book? A: Contributors include notable art historians such as Svetlana Alpers, Elizabeth Hill Boone, Philippe Bordes, and many others from various backgrounds in art history.
- Q: What are the key themes addressed in the essays? A: The essays explore themes like reinterpreting classification systems, the interactions of monuments with their environments, and the complexities of historical coherence in museum displays.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, making it durable and suitable for various reading environments.
- Q: When was 'Dialogues in Art History' published? A: The book was published on May 26, 2009.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 424 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in art history? A: While it offers insightful discussions, it may be best suited for readers with some prior knowledge of art history due to its academic nature.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in an illustrated edition, enhancing the reading experience with visual content.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Dialogues in Art History'? A: The book is authored by Elizabeth Cropper.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Criticism, focusing on contemporary issues in art history.