Publisher's Synopsis
""How To Look At Pictures: A Short History Of Painting"" by Hendrik Willem Van Loon is a comprehensive guide to understanding the art of painting. The book provides a brief history of painting, from its origins in ancient times to the modern era. It covers various styles and movements in painting, such as Renaissance, Baroque, Impressionism, and Cubism. The author explains the techniques and materials used in painting, as well as the symbolism and meaning behind different works of art. He also provides tips on how to appreciate and analyze paintings, including how to interpret the use of color, composition, and perspective. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers with little or no prior knowledge of art history. It is illustrated with numerous examples of famous paintings, including works by Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Vincent van Gogh, and Pablo Picasso. Overall, ""How To Look At Pictures: A Short History Of Painting"" is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning more about the art of painting and how to appreciate it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
