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What Great Artworks Say: Interpreting masterpieces of art
“Amazingly interesting guide to symbols and meaning in assorted famous artwork” ★★★★★
Do you find yourself looking at artworks and wish you knew more about them? This illustrated book is a must-read for art lovers, providing insights into the history and meaning of individual works of art, as well as how you can best appreciate them.
Featuring works by renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci to Monet, What Great Artworks Say takes readers on an enlightening tour through the stories and symbolism of more than fifteen remarkable pieces of art.
Artworks
The Scream by Edvard Munch
Lady with an Ermine by Leonardo da Vinci
Ad Marginem by Paul Klee
Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai
A Bar at the Folies-Bergère by Édouard Manet
Sunflowers by Vincent van Gogh
... and many more.
What Great Artworks Say is the third practical guide in the Looking at Art series, that explores some of the most important artworks in the history of art. Whether you are new to art or an experienced art lover, this book has something for everyone.
** Images in paperback are shown in full colour.
About the author Christopher P Jones is an art critic and writer with a passion for uncovering the stories behind iconic works of art. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of art history, Chris’ writing provides readers with unique perspectives on art, from the Old Masters to contemporary artists. His work includes a collection of art books and he is a popular contributor to several art blogs.
Do you find yourself looking at artworks and wish you knew more about them? This illustrated book is a must-read for art lovers, providing insights into the history and meaning of individual works of art, as well as how you can best appreciate them.
Featuring works by renowned artists such as Leonardo da Vinci to Monet, What Great Artworks Say takes readers on an enlightening tour through the stories and symbolism of more than fifteen remarkable pieces of art.
Artworks
The Scream by Edvard Munch
Lady with an Ermine by Leonardo da Vinci
Ad Marginem by Paul Klee
Great Wave off Kanagawa by Hokusai
A Bar at the Folies-Bergère by Édouard Manet
Sunflowers by Vincent van Gogh
... and many more.
What Great Artworks Say is the third practical guide in the Looking at Art series, that explores some of the most important artworks in the history of art. Whether you are new to art or an experienced art lover, this book has something for everyone.
** Images in paperback are shown in full colour.
About the author Christopher P Jones is an art critic and writer with a passion for uncovering the stories behind iconic works of art. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of art history, Chris’ writing provides readers with unique perspectives on art, from the Old Masters to contemporary artists. His work includes a collection of art books and he is a popular contributor to several art blogs.
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95 pages, Paperback
Published May 17, 2022
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April 3, 2024
Great overview
The book does a good job of discussing the individual works and the relationship to the cultural norms of the time.
The book does a good job of discussing the individual works and the relationship to the cultural norms of the time.
November 22, 2022
What Great Artworks Say by Christopher P. Jones
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This is the docent tour I should have taken before.
The author, Christopher Jones, looks at various great works of art, ranging from The Scream to Great Wave off Kanagawa to Sunflowers. Jones explains what is in the artwork - things which I missed without them being called out - and why the artwork affects us the way it does. We learn something about the artists and their times. I certainly came out the other end with more knowledge and a thirst to learn more about art, which is saying something since I am a philistine.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-re...
This is the docent tour I should have taken before.
The author, Christopher Jones, looks at various great works of art, ranging from The Scream to Great Wave off Kanagawa to Sunflowers. Jones explains what is in the artwork - things which I missed without them being called out - and why the artwork affects us the way it does. We learn something about the artists and their times. I certainly came out the other end with more knowledge and a thirst to learn more about art, which is saying something since I am a philistine.
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