History of Modern Art
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Author Description
A Comprehensive Overview – available in digital and print formatsHistory of Modern Art is a visual comprehensive overview of the modern art field. It traces the trends and influences in painting, sculpture, photography and architecture from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. The seventh edition deepens its discussions on social conditions that have affected the production and reception of modern and contemporary art.Learning GoalsUpon completing this book, readers should be able to: Understand the origins of modern art Provide an analysis of artworks based on formal and contextual elements Recognize the influences of social conditions on modern artNOTE: MySearchLab does not come automatically package with this text. To purchase MySearchlab, please visit: www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of teh text + MySearchLab: Valuepack ISBN-10: 0205955517/ ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205955510
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the evolution of modern art by examining the shifting visual trends and social conditions that shaped artistic production from the mid-nineteenth century to the contemporary era. Authors Elizabeth Mansfield and H. Arnason utilize a chronological framework to analyze how painting, sculpture, photography, and architecture have responded to historical pressures. By integrating formal visual analysis with contextual history, the authors provide a structured methodology for understanding the trajectory of modernism.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive survey of painting, sculpture, photography, and architecture from the mid-1800s to the present.
- Analysis of the social and political conditions influencing artistic movements.
- Methodological tools for evaluating artworks through both formal and contextual lenses.
- Historical overview of the origins and development of modern art movements.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This work is widely regarded as a standard academic survey, valued for its breadth and its focus on the intersection of visual culture and social history. The text serves as a foundational resource for students and researchers seeking a structured introduction to the complexities of modern art history.
Page Count:
440
Publication Date:
2012-12-18
Publisher:
Pearson
ISBN-10:
0205259480
ISBN-13:
9780205259489
Reference
Modern Art
Nonfiction
Art History
Academic
