Product Description

One of the most complete representations of this century's art to hit the shelves in years, The 20th-Century Art Book offers 500 full-page reproductions, each by a different artist. No matter how famous, each artist has but one page, accompanied by a concise, informative block of text. Presented in alphabetical order, each artist, regardless of stature, is treated in exactly the same manner as the other 499 others in the book. Some images are delightfully complimented, others deeply agitated by the work that, by chance of the alphabet, happens to lie on the facing page.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #102328 in Books
• Published on: 2007-05-01
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: .4 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 512 pages

From Amazon.com
One of the most complete representations of this century's art to hit the shelves in years, The 20th-Century Art Book offers 500 full-page reproductions, each by a different artist. No matter how famous, each artist has but one page, accompanied by a concise, informative block of text. Presented in alphabetical order, each artist, regardless of stature, is treated in exactly the same manner as the other 499 others in the book. Some images are delightfully complimented, others deeply agitated by the work that, by chance of the alphabet, happens to lie on the facing page.

Review
'Serves as a stimulus for the uninitiated and initiated alike.' (World of Interiors) 'Demystifies the art of this century. A useful basic reference book, it chronicles every artist you could ever need to know about in an easy to use A-Z format.' (Elle Decoration) 'This superbly illustrated, alphabetically arranged celebration of 500 modern artists is a model of its kind.' (The Times) 'One of the most complete representations of this century's art to hit the shelves in years.' (amazon.com) 'This really needs no introduction - it's a must for every bookshop in the country - but the format and the price make it even more irresistible.' (Bookseller's Choice) 'Invaluable ... this entertaining and affordable publication won't end up just on the bookshelves of art aficionados.' (Home & Life) 'Fiendishly hip ... a quick fix of culture.' (Elle Decoration) 'Confused by the art world? Can't tell a Chagall from a Cezanne? ... Then help is at hand in the form of Phaidon's 20th Century Art Book, an unrivalled guide to the art of an extraordinary century.' (Big Issue) 'A great way to sort out your Baselitzs from your Basquiats.' (Voyager)

Ingram
Following the phenomenal success of The Art Book, this book uses the same compelling formula in relation to the art of the 20th century. The work of 500 artists arranged in alphabetical order, presented in full-color plate with a brief but incisive commentary. Celebrated works are shown alongside future classics.