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A very good introduction, but almost colorless
This book covers, in a clear, vivid and precise text, the main currents of Venetian painting, from the Trecento (Paolo and Lorenzo Veneziano) to the eighteenth century (Tiepolo, Canaletto, Guardi). It follows a chronological pattern, except in chapter four, which is an interesting study of Venetian portrait from the XVIth to the XVIIIth century.

The main flaw is, of course, the quality of the illustrations, albeit numerous, but mostly in black and white (as is the case in all the volumes of the World of Art collection), which is very frustrating when you read a book on Venetian painting.

A dutiful review of Venetian painting
While it hits all the high points of Venetian painting, it's a rather dry, uninspiring discussion. And more's the pity it has so few color illustrations, since the genius of the Venetian painters was their brilliant use of color.

what a delightful read!
Nancy Frazier's Concise Dictionary of Art History is truly a boon to any art lover or student. The entries are informative and often leavened with great wit--not the dry academese that so often mars reference works. A fun book to curl up with on a rainy afternoon, whether you know anything--or everything--about art. Would make a great present.

Hello Nancy!
I worked as a research and editorial assistant with Ms. Frazier on this book, and I must say that Nancy is one of the most knowledgeable, well-read and experienced art historians today. Her abilities as an author as well as her diverse interests are evidenced by her previous publications, both of which aided her in the MONUMENTAL task of compiling this dictionary. As a resource, this dictionary will serve well any student - however, it also makes for interesting and enlightening reading for any lover of art. On a more personal note, working with Nancy was a delightful experience that I shall always treasure.

Comprehensive book
First: it is great book full of a lot of examples and connections. And I love it and I can recomend it for everyone who wants to know something about graphic design.
But sometimes it lost connection between graphic and polictic, which is important in 1920s and 1930s.

A must read...
for design students. The book gives a complete analysis of the graphic design's history.

Packed with information
I think this book would be in the library of anyone who collects
or designs textiles. Even without the color photos of each type of
textile, the information on technique and history would mark it as
an frequently used reference.

great service
Just as described...new, in plastic wrap, well packaged and super fast shipping. Will shop again.

Book Review
The book was in good condition and the seller was very fast in shipping the book

Gardener's Art Through the Ages: A Concise...
The book looked brand new when I received it and I got it in great time.

Great Resource
Even if your not in an Art class (this is a course book) this good is great!! Lots of pictures and all the important information. I wish I would have read it before i went to Europe because then i would have known something about all the paintings i saw! buy this book!!!!!!