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Essential History of Art
Located in Bradenton, FL
Essential History of Art hardcover book with dustjacket. Published in 2002 by Parragon Publishing
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Essential History of Art
Essential History of Art
H 11.5 in W 8.25 in D 1 in
Miniature Rooms Book, The Thorne Rooms at the Art Institute of Chicago, 1983
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
"Miniature Rooms: The Thorne Rooms at the Art Institute of Chicago," by Kathleen Aguilar and
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Books

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1930s Architecture in Paris, French Book by Jean-Marc Labordiere, 2009
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Esprit Nouveau in France), an extension of Art Nouveau. This book invites the Parisian walker and
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Early 2000s French Art Deco Books

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Paper

History of Italian Renaissance Art Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
History of Italian Renaissance Art hardcover – January 1, 1969 by Frederick Hartt (Author), Color
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Books

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Paper

Deep Design Nine Little Art Histories by Libby Lumpkin Art Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Deep Design: Nine Little Art Histories by Libby Lumpkin. January 1, 1995 In nine ambitious essays
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20th Century American Folk Art Books

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Paper

A History of Art by Sir Lawrence Gowing
Located in Bradenton, FL
A History of Art by Sir Lawrence Gowing. A large coffee table book, hardcover with dustjacket
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1990s Spanish Books

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Tuscany Bonechi Art and History Series Paperback 1993
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Tuscany Bonechi Art and History Series Paperback. Discover Tuscany's rich history, monuments and
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Late 20th Century Italian Gothic Books

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Paper

A History of Textile Art by Agnes Geijer
Located in valatie, NY
A History of Textile Art by Agnes Geijer. Hardcover with plastic covered dust jacket. Published by
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Vintage 1980s English Books

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A History of Textile Art by Agnes Geijer
A History of Textile Art by Agnes Geijer
H 8.5 in W 6.5 in D 1.88 in
A History of Art by Lawrence Gowing Large Heavy Art Table Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A History of Art by Lawrence Gowing / Great large heavy art table book. History of art. Reference
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21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Books

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Brooklyn Arcadia: Art, History, and Nature at Majestic Green-Wood
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
people closer to the world by memorializing the dead even as it embraces the art, history, and natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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History Of Modern Art by Arnason, H. H., Mansfield, Elizabeth C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
History Of Modern Art By Arnason, H. H.; Mansfield, Elizabeth C. For undergraduate course in
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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The Khmers History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization Art Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Khmers History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization by Stefano Vecchia. This is a history
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20th Century Asian Tribal Books

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Designing History the Extraordinary Art & Style of the Obama White House
By Michael S. Smith, Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
. Created for design enthusiasts, political aficionados, and students of Americana, Designing History
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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1974 The Comics An Illustrated History Of Comic Strips Art Book Jerry Robinson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Comics: An Illustrated History of Comic Strip Art by Jerry Robinson delves into the evolution
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Books

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Cotton, Paper

The Story of Painting, the Essential Guide to the History of Western Art
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Story of Painting, the Essential Guide to the History of Western Art. By Sister Wendy Beckett
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Late 20th Century Italian Books

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Design Impact, A History of Art Center College of Design Alumni Vision Culture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Design Impact - A History of Art Center College of Design Alumni Vision culture. A History of Art
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20th Century American Modern Books

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The People's Choice A History of Albany County in Art and Architecture, Signed
Located in valatie, NY
The People's Choice: A History of Albany County in Art and Architecture by Allison P. Bennett
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Vintage 1980s American Books

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Paper

Vintage 4 Book Set, History Of British Furniture, English, Reference, Macquoid
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Books

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Paper

Children's Encyclopedia: History of Human Society -Vintage Book from USSR, 1J153
Located in Bordeaux, FR
progress, or simply captivated by the art of vintage books, this volume is a cherished portal to the rich
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Vintage 1970s Books

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Soviet Vintage Book: 'Brief History of Arts' by N.A. Dmitrieva 1986, 1J60
Located in Bordeaux, FR
art aficionado, a history buff, or simply a lover of vintage books, 'Brief History of Arts' holds a
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Vintage 1980s Books

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The Art of Dale Chihuly Hardcover Table Book
By Dale Chihuly
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, and his contributions to art history are documented." Publisher: Chronicle books. Fine Arts Museums
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Books

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Splendors of Hard Stones, The Court Art in Florence of the Grand Dukes
By Annamarie Giusti
Located in valatie, NY
includes a directory of types of stones and a history of the art. NPT Books, a division of N.P. Trent
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20th Century Italian Books

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Francisco de Goya and the Art of Critique by Anthony J Cascardi, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
history of art itself. NPT Books a division of N.P. Trent Antiques has a large collection of used and out
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Les Grands Thèmes de l'Art: L'Évangile Illustré - Editions Des Horizons - 2Y176
Located in Bordeaux, FR
or art history books. The illustrations within these volumes not only enhance the reading experience
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Early 20th Century French Empire Antiquities

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Lot of 3 Religious and Cultural Works: "Sienne et ses Terres" "Lourdes" - 3Y05
Located in Bordeaux, FR
religious history and art, these books provide a timeless visual and cultural exploration of Siena, Lourdes
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Vintage 1970s French Antiquities

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Large 19th Century Chinese Red Painted Coffee Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
art books and fresh flowers. Handcrafted using wooden pegs and a tenon structure, this table
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Purvis Young (1989–1999) 'Dancing Figures' on Panel, Larger
By Purvis Young
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
objects. His inspiration drew from documentaries, art books, American history, and spiritual folklore
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20th Century American Modern Paintings

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Scrap Wood

Purvis Young (1943-2010) 'Fire Dancers' 20th Century
By Purvis Young
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
diverse inspirations included documentaries, art books, American history, and spiritual folklore, which he
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Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings

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Glass, Lacquer, Paper

Antique Chinese Red Lacquered Elmwood Bed / Coffee Table from the 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
century would make a stylish addition to any living room, perhaps accessorized with history or art books
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Elm, Wood

1 Volume, Mrs. Steuart Erskine, Beautiful Women in History and Art
Located in New York, NY
1 Volume. Mrs. Steuart Erskine, Beautiful Women in History and Art. Bound in full brown morocco
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Antique Early 1900s English Books

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Leather

Set of 10 Dutch Art History Books
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
details the general universal art history. There are minor signs of wear, make sure to view the detailed
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20th Century Dutch Other Books

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Fabric, Paper

Set of 10 Dutch Art History Books
Set of 10 Dutch Art History Books
H 10.5 in W 18.5 in D 7.5 in
The History of Our Lord As Exemplified in Works of Art Published London 1865.
Located in San Francisco, CA
The History of Our Lord As exemplified in Works of Art: 2 Volumes, by Anna Jameson and Elizabeth
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

Greece History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Greece-History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization hardcover – January 1, 2007. By Stephano
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20th Century Greek Folk Art Books

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Headlines: a History of Santa Barbara from the Pages of Its Newspapers 1855-1982
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Headlines: A History of Santa Barbara from the Pages of Its Newspapers, 1855-1982 Hardcover
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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Books

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Balla by Maurizio Fagiolo Dell'Arco Coffee Table Book
By Rizoli International Publications, (after) Giacomo Balla
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Date published 1987 Art books: Art History.
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20th Century Spanish Moorish Books

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Purvis Young 'Herd of Freedom Horses'
By Purvis Young
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
documentaries, (art)books, American history and spiritual folklore his visual vocabulary was vast; wild horses
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Late 20th Century American Modern Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Metal

Art, Woman and Cars, French Book by Gilles Neret, 1989
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
L’Art, la Femme et L’Automobile, (Art, Woman and Cars), French Book by Gilles Néret and Hervé
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books

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Paris 1919 - 1929 Art and Culture, French Book by Vincent Bouvet, 2009
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Paris 1919 - 1929 Art, Vie et Culture (art, life, and culture), French book by Vincent Bouvet et
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Early 2000s French Modern Books

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History of Art for Young People 5th Edition Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
History of Art for Young People 5th Edition Hardcover book. Book by Anthony Janson and H. W
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Late 20th Century American Country Books

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History of Gothic Art in England by Edward S. Prior
By Edward S. Prior
Located in valatie, NY
A history of Gothic Art in England by Edward S. Prior. Wakefield: EP Publishing Limited, 1974
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20th Century English Books

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200 Great Destinations Art, History, Nature Cattaneo, Marco, Coffee Table Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
200 Great Destinations: Art, History, Nature Cattaneo, Marco, coffee table book The World Heritage
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Books

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Visible Heritage-Columbia County NY, a History in Art and Architectucture, 1st
Located in valatie, NY
A visible heritage, Columbia County, New York, a History in art and architecture by Ruth Piwonka
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Vintage 1970s American Books

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Japan a History in Art, Book by Bradley Smith 1st Edition 1964
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Japan; a history in art Book by Bradley Smith. Bradley Smith, Robert Kimmel Smith Simon and
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Books

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Young America: A Folk-Art History, by Elizabeth Warren & Robert Bishop, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Young America: A Folk-Art History, by Elizabeth Warren and Robert Bishop. Stated 1st Ed hardcover
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Vintage 1980s American Books

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"Shock of the New, The Hundred-Year History of Modern Art" Book
By Robert Hughes
Located in valatie, NY
The Shock of the New: The Hundred-Year History of Modern Art, Its Rise, Its Dazzling Achievement
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Vintage 1980s American Books

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China, A History in Art by Bradley Smith and Wan-go Weng, First Edition
By Bradley Smith, Wan-go Weng
Located in valatie, NY
China, A History in Art by Bradley Smith and Wan-go Weng. New York: Doubleday and Company, 1976
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20th Century American Books

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Purvis Young 'Herd of Freedom Horses'
By Purvis Young
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
documentaries, art books, American history, and spiritual folklore, his visual vocabulary was vast: wild horses
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Late 20th Century American Modern Outsider and Self Taught Art

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Metal

Purvis Young (1989–1999) 'Dancing Figures' on Panel, Smaller
By Purvis Young
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
utilizing discarded found objects. His inspiration drew from documentaries, art books, American history, and
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Late 20th Century American Modern Paintings

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Scrap Wood

2 Volumes. Georges Perrot & Charles Chipiez, A History of Art in Ancient Egypt.
Located in New York, NY
2 Volumes. Georges Perrot & Charles Chipiez, A History of Art in Ancient Egypt. Bound in 3/4 green
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Antique Late 19th Century English Books

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Leather

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    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

    Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
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    Who the greatest Old Masters in art history are is largely a matter of debate. Encompassing centuries of change in Europe between 1300 and 1800, from booms of prosperity to bloody revolutions, Old Masters describes a wide range of artists. The informal term was derived from the title of an artist who trained in a guild long enough to become a master, such as Leonardo da Vinci, who studied in a Florence painters’ guild. However, Old Masters paintings, prints and other art is now used to refer to work made by any artist with a high level of skill in painting, drawing, sculpture or printmaking who worked during this era. Shop a large selection of art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.