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A truly comprehensive tour of the history of art through the examination of some of the most iconic images in the world, this reference traces the development of art period by period. Every genre and form of art is explored, from painting and sculpture to conceptual and performance art, and culture time lines accompany illustrations to provide historical context. Masterpieces that epitomize each period or movement are highlighted and analyzed in detail--from use of color and visual metaphors to technical innovations--so that readers can interpret the meanings of world-famous works such as Mughal miniatures, 19th-century Japanese prints, Seurat’s La Grand Jatte, and Picasso’s Les Demoiselles D’Avignon.