The Usborne Book of Art

The Usborne Book of Art is a magnificent non-fiction resource designed to introduce children aged 4-11 to the vast and fascinating world of visual art. It spans every major era, genre, and theme, showcasing works by renowned artists through hundreds of high-quality reproductions. Beyond just presenting art, the book provides authoritative and engaging text that explains how to truly 'look' at and appreciate art, making complex concepts accessible. It includes a timeline, artist biographies, a glossary, and even approved internet links for further exploration, making it an invaluable tool for fostering art appreciation and historical understanding in young minds.

This sumptuous book covers every era of visual art from ancient to modern. It includes works from every major genre, from classical to cubist; focuses on every major theme, from still-life to society; and contains works by the world's most renowned and influential artists. This encyclopaedic title contains hundreds of gloriously reproduced works of art from the world's major collections, including the National Gallery in London. The superb illustrations are combined with authoritative, informative and fascinating text, which brings the paintings to life and also explains how to get the most out of looking at art. Key works, including the Arnolfini Portrait, Venus and Mars and Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, are explored in detail. Contains a timeline, biographical details about many major artists, and an extensive glossary that explains key terms clearly and precisely. Includes approved Internet links, which can be accessed through the Usborne Quicklinks website, and lead the reader to hundreds of more works of art in addition to the masterpieces included in this wonderful and exciting book.