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Illuminating one thousand years of history The Pilgrim Art explores the remark... Illuminating one thousand years of history The Pilgrim Art explores the remarkable cultural influence of Chinese porcelain around the globe. Cobalt ore was shipped from Persia to China in the fourteenth century where it was used to decorate porcelain... more

Between the fifteenth and the eighteenth century princely courts dominated the... Between the fifteenth and the eighteenth century princely courts dominated the Italian political scene. These courts were effervescent centers of cultural production. As such they became a model for European monarchies who imported Italian courtly... more

A magnificent introduction to the fascinating mysteries of ancient Egypt. Supe... A magnificent introduction to the fascinating mysteries of ancient Egypt. Superbly illustrated with specially commissioned photographs of the beautiful artifacts. more

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CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition... CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining... more

9780691055411. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Hard cover. Language: English. Pages... 9780691055411. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Hard cover. Language: English. Pages: 240. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 240 p. Contains: Illustrations. Paintings and graphics novels and poems are historical sources as well as aesthetic objects. Artists... more

Who were the shadow agents of Renaissance war? In this pioneering collection o... Who were the shadow agents of Renaissance war? In this pioneering collection of essays scholars use new archival evidence and other sources including literature artworks and other non-textual material to uncover those men women children and other... more

This two-volume encyclopedia provides a comprehensive exploration of the Harle... This two-volume encyclopedia provides a comprehensive exploration of the Harlem Renaissance a period of heightened racial consciousness and artistic production highlighting artists historical figures and writers while providing crucial contextual... more

The present volume gathers together a selection of the editorials articles con... The present volume gathers together a selection of the editorials articles conference papers and essays though which he has furthered his own attempts to renew art history and participated in those of others. For thirty years John Onians has been... more

This book examines new forms of representation that have changed our perceptio... This book examines new forms of representation that have changed our perception and interpretation of the humanities in an Asian and digital context. In analyzing written and visual texts such as the use of digital technology and animation in different... more

9780940872271. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. ... 9780940872271. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Trade paperback (US). Contains: Illustrations. more

CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition... CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining... more

CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition... CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining... more

Cowboy boots are an undying symbol of the American West. The supple weathered ... Cowboy boots are an undying symbol of the American West. The supple weathered leather speaks of the hard work and long dusty days of the true cowboy. Boots take on a certain personality as they age and are often the most well worn and personalised item... more

This unique book offers guidance for contemporary art practices in dialogue wi... This unique book offers guidance for contemporary art practices in dialogue with history story memory and tradition. Artist and lecturer Paul O Kane uses innovative and creative means informed by a storytelling tradition as well as academic research to... more

CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition... CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining... more

CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition... CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining... more

A groundbreaking book recounting the as-yet-untold story of political action a... A groundbreaking book recounting the as-yet-untold story of political action at museums in Canada from 1900 to the present. more

From a respected cultural historian comes an account of American controversies... From a respected cultural historian comes an account of American controversies concerning art. The fascinating study reminds readers of the vital role that art and artists play in the continuing education of culture. CONDITION – USED: Books sold are... more

Situating post-WWII New York literature within the material context of America... Situating post-WWII New York literature within the material context of American urban history this work analyzes how literary movements such as the Beat Generation the New York poets and Black Arts Moment criticized the spatial restructuring of... more