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Perspectives On Western Art, Vol.1: Source Documents And Readings From The Ancient Near East Through The Middle Ages (Icon Editi,New
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This anthology of readings related to Western art history explains specific works of art illustrated in Janson's History of Art and De la Croix and Tansey's Gardner's Art Through the Ages in terms of the ideas, beliefs, and concerns of the people and cultures who created the art. It brings a new understanding of art because it shows the social and cultural basis of major works of art through history. The ten sections are Ancient Near East; Egyptian; Aegean; Greek; Etruscan; Roman; early Christian, Byzantine, and Islamic; early Medieval; Romanesque; and Gothic. The readings have been drawn from many areas of intellectual and social history, including religion, philosophy, literature, science, economics, and law. Each selection is preceded by an introductory note, which discusses the readings in terms of its subject and theme, its source and usage, and its relevance to the study of the work of art.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Perspectives On Western Art, Vol.1'? A: The book focuses on readings related to Western art history, explaining specific works of art in relation to the ideas, beliefs, and concerns of the cultures that created them.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by Linnea Wren.
- Q: What types of works are discussed in this book? A: The book discusses major works of art from various periods, including the Ancient Near East, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Medieval times.
- Q: When was 'Perspectives On Western Art, Vol.1' published? A: The book was published on November 11, 1987.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 324 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Perspectives On Western Art, Vol.1'? A: The binding type of this book is paperback.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in art history? A: Yes, this anthology is suitable for beginners as it provides a comprehensive understanding of Western art through accessible readings.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations of the artworks discussed? A: Yes, the book includes illustrations of the artworks to help readers better understand the context of the readings.
- Q: What themes are explored in the readings of this anthology? A: The readings explore various themes from intellectual and social history, including religion, philosophy, literature, science, economics, and law.
- Q: Is 'Perspectives On Western Art, Vol.1' part of a series? A: Yes, it is the first volume in a series that examines Western art history.