Combining reproductions of each work of art with precise annotations and visual analysis, it is an expertly curated selection of the finest art ever created.

Immerse yourself in this book and learn all about art - how Michelangelo painted nudes, what cubism is, and where abstraction came from. Discover ancient Egyptian frescoes, read the visual clues to Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper, and find out what inspired Louise Bourgeois and Banksy.

In this art book, you will find:

• Art from all over the world exploring key elements such as composition, color, technique, and symbolism.
• Profiles the work of more than 450 artists from across the world and many different cultures, covering every period and major art movement.
• Art set in its historical context, which makes art, annotated a complete overview of art history.
• An optional 32-page directory of biographies of all the artists featured at the back of the book.