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Travel through time with the page-turners that depict the evolution of art. These best art history books have been curated based on their prevalence in authoritative art and literary publications.

Recommendations from 42 articles, Sarah Silverman, Paul Graham, Sarah Brown and 11 others.ArtArt History61 books on the listSort byNumber of Articles Most Recommended FirstNewest Books FirstGoodreads RatingNumber of ArticlesLayoutThe Story of ArtE. H. Gombrich - 1967-01-01 (first published in 1950)Goodreads Rating4.0 (410k)ArtNonfictionHistoryArt HistoryDesignExplore the evolution of art from early cave paintings to modern experimental works with this updated edition. Discover eight new artists, accompanied by fuller captions including mediums and dimensions, and experience six breathtaking fold-outs of iconic masterpieces like Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and Van Eyck's Ghent Altarpiece.Featured in 17 articlesIntroduction to Art History: Best Art History Books for Beginnersmymodernmet.comTop 10 Art History Books of 2020 | Video Reviewwiki.ezvid.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryGardner's Art Through the AgesThe Western Perspective, Volume I and Volume IIFred S. Kleiner - 2004-03-17 (first published in 1926)Goodreads Rating3.8 (41k)Discover the history of Western art and architecture with the most widely read and respected book in English for over 85 years. GARDNER'S ART THROUGH THE AGES: THE WESTERN PERSPECTIVE discusses significant works in full historical and cultural contexts with an engaging approach. Access comprehensive digital resources like interactive eBooks, videos, audio, and critical thinking exercises through MindTap. Perfect for students seeking a thorough understanding of art and its evolution through time.Featured in 9 articles3 Best AP Art History Books (2022's Buying Guide)mygreexampreparation.comTop 10 Art History Books of 2020 | Video Reviewwiki.ezvid.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryWays of SeeingBased on the BBC Television Series (Penguin Books for Art)John Berger - 1990-01-01 (first published in 1972)Goodreads Rating3.9 (368k)ArtNonfictionPhilosophySocial SciencesArt HistoryPhotographyExplore the world of art through John Berger’s groundbreaking book, Ways of Seeing. Originally based on a BBC television series, Berger examines how we look at paintings and changes the way readers evaluate art. As the winner of the 1972 Booker Prize, Berger’s influential book is a must-read for anyone interested in cultural studies and art criticism. Discover the liberating power of images and gain a new perspective on the world of art with Ways of Seeing.Featured in 8 articlesIntroduction to Art History: Best Art History Books for Beginnersmymodernmet.comArt History Books You Must Read | Widewallswidewalls.chShow AllRecommended by Sarah SilvermanBen GoldacreTed HopeDave ElitchView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryArtOver 2,500 Works from Cave to ContemporaryNigel Ritchie - 2008-10-20 Goodreads Rating4.5 (478)ArtNonfictionExplore the world of art with a visual guide that covers over 2,500 of the most renowned paintings and sculptures. Learn about key movements, styles, and techniques while gaining insights on how to appreciate works by great masters. This monumental book is a must-have for art lovers and enthusiasts alike.Featured in 7 articlesTop 10 Art History Books of 2020 | Video Reviewwiki.ezvid.comThe Best 6 Art History Books for Students and Enthusiasts in 2020proactivecreative.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryThe Collins Big Book of ArtFrom Cave Art to Pop ArtDavid G. Wilkins - 2005-11-01 Goodreads Rating4.3 (108)ArtNonfictionDiscover the world of art with this engaging compendium! From cave paintings to Pop Art, this coffee-table book takes you on a journey through the history of art. Featuring over 1200 works of art, it includes a chronology spanning 38,000 BC to the present and turning points that highlight major artistic movements and technical breakthroughs. The second part explores enduring themes in art, such as portraits and landscapes, allegory and religion, and still life and abstraction. With easy navigation and an extensive reference section, The Collins Big Book of Art is perfect for art enthusiasts of any level.Featured in 6 articlesIntroduction to Art History: Best Art History Books for Beginnersmymodernmet.comTop 10 Art History Books of 2020 | Video Reviewwiki.ezvid.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryArtA Visual HistoryRobert Cumming - 2015-09-01 Goodreads Rating4.1 (167)ArtNonfictionDiscover the key to understanding Western art with Art: A Visual History, now updated and repackaged in a themed slipcase. Explore the paintings, sculptures, schools, and styles that shaped the art world with over 650 artists arranged chronologically. Delve into 22 masterpieces, from Ancient Greek sculpture to 1960s Pop Art, and examine well-known icons alongside lesser-known treasures. Learn about the characteristics and preferred subjects of major schools and movements with insightful features. Art: A Visual History is a knowledgeable, thought-provoking, and accessible guide to Western art.Featured in 5 articlesThe Best 6 Art History Books for Students and Enthusiasts in 2020proactivecreative.comThe Best Art History Books To Read | ART SMARTartsmart.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryClassical ArtFrom Greece to Rome (Oxford History of Art)Mary Beard - 2001-07-19 Goodreads Rating4.1 (317)ArtNonfictionArt HistoryHistoryDiscover the fascinating impact that Ancient Greek and Roman art has had on Western culture in this new exploration of Classical Art. From the excavation of the city of Pompeii to the grandiose monuments of ancient tyrants and the stunning beauty of Apollo and Venus, this book covers it all. Learn about the Roman emperor Hadrian, the greatest art-collector of all time, and the rediscovery of Classical art in the modern world. Gain insight into the origins of art history and the influence that Greek painting and sculpture has had on Western art.Featured in 5 articles50 Inspiring Books About Art Historybestliberalartscolleges.org11 Essential Art History Books for Putting It All into Perspective – ARTnews.comartnews.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryThe Art BookPhaidon Editors - 1997-04-17 Goodreads Rating3.9 (157k)ArtNonfictionDiscover 600 great painters and sculptors from medieval to modern times in The Art Book. This A-Z guide, now available in a compact and portable midi format, pairs brilliant examples of all periods, schools, visions, and techniques. With a fresh and original approach to art, The Art Book represents an unparalleled visual sourcebook and a celebration of our rich and multifaceted culture.Featured in 5 articlesTop 14 | Best art history books for beginners | Ruth Millingtonruthmillington.co.ukIntroduction to Art History: Best Art History Books for Beginnersmymodernmet.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryLives of the ArtistsGiorgio Vasari - 2014-05-10 (first published in 1568)Goodreads Rating4.0 (608)ArtNonfictionHistoryArt HistoryExplore the lives and works of the most influential artists of the Renaissance with this iconic collection of biographical accounts. Giorgio Vasari's acclaimed work features fascinating facts, anecdotes, and influential theories of the development of art. From infancy to youth and maturity, journey through the early works of Cimabue and Giotto, the influential period of Donatello and Michelangelo, and the perfected art of Leonardo and Raphael. This specially commissioned translation includes 36 of the most important artist's lives, accompanied by insightful notes and an introduction. Get ready to be inspired and enlightened about one of the most innovative and creative eras of all time.Featured in 4 articlesIntroduction to Art History: Best Art History Books for Beginnersmymodernmet.com12 Best Art History Books Right Nowarchitecturelab.netShow AllRecommended by Paul GrahamRyan HolidayView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryArt That Changed the WorldTransformative Art Movements and the Paintings That Inspired ThemD.K. Publishing - 2013-08-19 Goodreads Rating4.3 (298)ArtNonfictionHistoryArt History"Art That Changed the World" is a stunning visual timeline of the evolution of art, exploring the major styles and movements that shaped the art world throughout history. Each section features a double-page image of an influential painting that defined each artistic style, accompanied by explanations of the events that shaped their evolution. Get a glimpse into the lives of the artists behind seminal works of genius and their historical significance.Featured in 4 articlesThe Best 6 Art History Books for Students and Enthusiasts in 2020proactivecreative.comBest Art History Books – Artfixedartfixed.comShow AllView on Amazon ➔View DetailsAdd to libraryArt in Theory 1900 - 2000 by Charles Harrison50 Artists You Should Know by Thomas KoesterThe Power Of Art by Simon SchamaWomen in Art by Rachel IgnotofskyWhat Great Paintings Say by Rainer & Rose-Marie HagenAbstract Art by Pepe KarmelThe Duchamp Dictionary by Thomas GirstWomen, Art, and Society by Whitney ChadwickShow Time by Jens HoffmannThe Secret Lives of Color by Kassia StClairWhat Are You Looking At? by Will GompertzNinth Street Women by Mary GabrielThe Moon and Sixpence by W. Somerset MaughamLife with Picasso by Françoise GilotThe Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving StoneLetters of Vincent van Gogh by Mark RoskillBroad Strokes by Bridget QuinnArt History Portables Book 2 by Marilyn StokstadA History of Pictures by David Hockney, Martin GayfordThe Annotated Mona Lisa by Carol StricklandArt by Elke Linda BuchholzThe Art Museum by Phaidon PressA Child's Introduction to Art by Heather AlexanderThe Art Book for Children by Editors of Phaidon Press13 Artists Children Should Know by Angela WenzelHistory of Modern Art Volume I by H. H. ArnasonTechniques of the Great Masters of Art by Waldemar JanuszczakA History of Art in 21 Cats by Nia GouldAP Art History with Online Tests by John B. Nici M. A.Styles, Schools and Movements by Amy DempseyThe Story of Paintings by Mick ManningSister Wendy's 100 Best-Loved Paintings by Sister Wendy BeckettContemporary African Art Since 1980 by Okwui EnwezorThe Insider's Complete Guide AP Art History by Larry KriegerMy Name Is Georgia by Jeanette WinterGardner's Art Through the Ages by KleinerThe Visual Arts by Hugh HonourThe Private Lives of the Impressionists by Sue RoeSuzette and the Puppy by Joan SweeneyThe Art of Art History by Donald PreziosiGirl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy ChevalierBrunelleschi's Dome by Ross KingTwentieth-Century American ArtFirst Paper edition by E. Doss by E. DossThe Books that Shaped Art History by Richard ShoneMe, Frida by Amy NoveskyThe Last Nude by Ellis AveryThe Judgment of Paris by Ross KingThe Swan Thieves by Elizabeth KostovaMona Lisa by Donald SassoonMarina Abramovic by Marina Abramovic, Katya TylevichArt Monsters by Lauren Elkin← Explore other reading lists like this oneRead This TwiceTop Clubhouse UsersA Guide to BookTubeTelegram CommunityPrivacy PolicyTerms of UseAbout UsContactSelf-Exploration ToolAuthorsBook SeriesBooks Like ThisMyers Briggs CharactersQuotesAI Book RecommendationsEspañolРусскийSign up for updatesSubscribeWe will not spam or send more than one email a month.Stay in touchThis website is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.