Title: The Story of Painting (Enhanced & Expanded Edition)
Author: Sister Wendy Beckett
Publisher: Ted Smart
Edition & Year: First Edition, 2001
Pages & Size: 735 pages, 9 in x 11 in, Hardcover
The Story of Painting (Enhanced & Expanded Edition) by renowned art historian Sister Wendy Beckett presents one of the most comprehensive surveys of painting ever produced. Published by Ted Smart in 2001, this first edition hardcover spans an impressive 735 pages in a large 9 in x 11 in format, making it both a scholarly resource and a visually striking collector’s item.
Sister Wendy guides readers through the history of painting across civilizations, beginning with ancient cave paintings and classical antiquity, moving through the Renaissance, Baroque, and Romantic eras, and culminating in modern and contemporary movements. Each chapter combines her accessible yet insightful commentary with hundreds of full-color reproductions of iconic works, allowing readers to understand both the context and the artistic techniques behind each masterpiece.
The Enhanced & Expanded Edition goes beyond earlier versions, incorporating new research, extended commentary, and additional artworks, making this one of the most authoritative visual histories of painting available. Sister Wendy’s engaging narrative style demystifies complex artistic traditions, ensuring the book appeals to both serious students of art history and general readers who appreciate fine art.
With its rich illustrations, detailed timelines, thematic essays, and clear explanations, this volume is a cornerstone for any personal or academic art library. It stands as both a teaching tool and a coffee-table book, balancing scholarly depth with visual beauty.
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Written by Sister Wendy Beckett, acclaimed art historian and broadcaster
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Published by Ted Smart, First Edition 2001
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Enhanced & Expanded Edition with updated research and added artworks
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Large-format hardcover (9 in x 11 in)
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735 pages of art history and visual reference
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Covers prehistoric to contemporary painting
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Includes hundreds of full-color reproductions of iconic works
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Features timelines, thematic analysis, and clear commentary
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Essential for art students, researchers, collectors, and enthusiasts
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