Other editions of book Great Masterpieces of the World

What is a masterpiece? At the most basic level, a masterpiece is a quintessential work by a great artist. This magnificent volume details the development of art from the beginning of recorded civilisation into the twentieth century, presenting essential works of art from across the world, both East and West, in more then 110 full-color reproductions.

These handsomely illustrated volumes offer insight into the lives and works of those few unique individuals whose extraordinary creative genius has affected suceeding generations of artists and altered the way we view the world around us.Here is a thoughtful and concise history of art from the beginnings of recorded civilization to the twentieth century, presenting essential works of art from across the world, both East and West, accompanied by over 100 full-color illustrations.