.. isms - Understanding Modern Art

Author(s): Sam Phillips

ART & CRAFTS

This is a handy guide to the art 'isms' of the modern day. From impressionism and the birth of modern art to street art and internationalism of the 21st century, it gives a practical introduction to all the significant 'isms' that have shaped modern art history.


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A pocket-sized introduction to the 'isms' of modern art, from Impressionism to 21st century street art and Internationalism.

Sam Phillips, formerly assistant editor of the Royal Academy of Arts Magazine, is the author of The Art Guide: London, an editor for Frieze and has contributed to publications including Time Out, i-D Magazine and The World of Interiors.

Introduction How to Use This Book The Birth of Modern Art Early 20th Century Mid 20th Century Late 20th Century 21st Century Art Glossary of Artists Glossary of Useful Terms Chronology of Isms List of Museums to Visit Credits Index

General Fields

  • : 9781408171783
  • : Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
  • : Bloomsbury Visual Arts
  • : 0.3851
  • : 01 November 2012
  • : 200mm X 135mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : 01 February 2013
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Sam Phillips
  • : Paperback
  • : English
  • : 759.06
  • : near fine
  • : 160
  • : 100+ colour