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Name: Art
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)
Author: Frederick Hartt

With more than five decades of teaching and scholarly experience, Professor Hartt delivers a detailed overview of Western art from the Old Stone Age to the contemporary era. The book gives special emphasis to the 20th century, featuring thorough updates and an expansive selection of visual materials. Its 1,412 illustrations, including 360 full‑color pages, provide rich visual context that complements the textual analysis.

First publish date: 1969

Genre: Arts & Culture/Art History

Authors: Frederick Hartt

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