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Robert Cumming

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Having swapped a promising career in law for the art world, Robert Cumming first worked as a lecturer at the Tate Gallery. He then set up The Christie’s Fine Arts Course which developed into Christie’s Education with centres and partnerships worldwide. In 2005, Robert was appointed Professor of Art History at Boston University, Massachusetts. He has published many books devoted to the delights to be found in looking at works of art which have been translated into over 24 languages, sold over one million copies, and been awarded prestigious literary prizes. The Slow Looking series is the culmination of Robert’s work and life within the art world.

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Art: A Visual History

4.04 avg rating — 202 ratings — published 2015 — 5 editions
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Annotated Art: The World's ...

4.27 avg rating — 134 ratings — published 1995 — 9 editions
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Great Artists: The Lives of...

3.95 avg rating — 101 ratings — published 1998 — 8 editions
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Art

4.13 avg rating — 72 ratings — published 2005 — 10 editions
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Art Explained: The World's ...

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Art: A Field Guide

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My Dear BB . . .: The Lette...

3.86 avg rating — 7 ratings — published 2015 — 5 editions
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Just Look . . . A Book abou...

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