What Makes Great Art showcases a selection of 80 outstanding
paintings and sculptures from around the world and throughout time,
assessing just what it is that makes them so great. Why do some
artworks stand out head and shoulders above others? What makes a
painting truly great, and secures its artistic legacy for centuries
after its creation? Some owe their greatness to composition of
colour, others offer profound insights into their human subjects,
and some convey their message particularly effectively. Exceptional
art somehow satisfies at a deeper level than the rest, and this
truly insightful and deeply researched work examinss exactly how 80
of the most significant works of art have persevered, and what
makes us come back to them time and time again. Andy Prankhurst's
succinct, appraisive text will open your eyes to the unique
defining qualities of these key works, enabling you to appreciate
the groundbreaking talents of every age. An indispensible book for
anyone who wants to understand how and why art continues to
fascinate us, this book is a comprehensive guide to these
masterpieces and what exactly makes them great.
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