A Comprehensive Overview — available in digital and print formats
History 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 Goals
Upon 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 art