Summary

Discover a refreshingly new approach to exploring the lives of 50 major painters in Great Artists. Using detailed annotation of key works as well as other contemporary images, Great Artists provides intriguing insights into the creative genius of artists from Michelangelo to Matisse, Canaletto to Klee and Hogarth to Hopper. The unique, visual approach of Great Artists is complemented by authoritative text that highlights important events in each artist's life, explains their techniques and stylistic trademarks, and outlines their personal development and intentions. The book's generous size and superb reproduction enable you to appreciate the fascinating detail of each work, while the detailed annotation highlights the particular features - such as hidden symbolism or distinctive brushwork - that distinguish each artist's work. Arranged chronologically, Great Artists looks at how the artistic development of individual artists led to the creation of distinct schools and movements, such as Cezanne and Post-Impressionism, and Picasso and Cubism. Images and influences that were inspirational to the artist are featured, providing a clearer understanding of what helped to shape each work. Great Artists is an accessible and stimulating guide that provides a powerful insight into the creative world of the artist.