Description
The Short Story of Modern Art explains the how, why, and when of modern art: who introduced certain things, what they were, where they were produced, and why they matter.
Simply constructed, the book explores 50 key works—from the realist painting of Courbet to a contemporary installation by Yayoi Kusama—and then links them to the most important movements, themes, and techniques. Accessible, concise, and richly illustrated, the book reveals the connections between different periods, artists, and styles, giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of modern art.
Museum Story
The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden's holdings encompass one of the most important collections of postwar American and European art in the world, and has been a leading voice for groundbreaking artists since 1974.
Details
- Paperback
- 224 pages, full color illustrations throughout
- 8.5" x 6.1"
- Written by Susie Hodge
