Dialogues in Art History, from Mesopotamian to Modern: Readings for a New Century

by Elizabeth Cropper

This spirited and challenging book presents dialogues between eminent art historians on current topics and dilemmas in the field. The essays consider world art of all periods, covering ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, preconquest Mexico and Peru, Islam, China, Japan, Renaissance and baroque Italy, 18th- and 19th-century France, and the United States in the 20th century and today.

The authors propose new readings as they challenge traditional...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300121628
• ISBN13: 9780300121629
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Ngw-Stud Hist Art
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 5.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 9.3" x 11.3"