"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Based almost entirely on secondary sources, the alphabetically arranged entries cover artists who were alive in the twentieth century but exclude those whose main influence was in the nineteenth century. No artist born after 1965 has an individual entry. Entries are mainly biographical; entries about movements, styles, or artistic techniques include their historical background, main proponents, and an assessment of their influence or importance. The work is sprinkled with anecdotes that flesh out the facts, and is chiefly concerned with art and artists in English-speaking countries, particularly Britain and the U.S. Clearly marked cross-references add to the usefulness of the book, and the brevity of the entries (the shortest is four lines, the longest six columns) enables ready access to facts. There are no illustrations. Page numbers are difficult to use, as they are located at the top inside gutter of each page.
This work will be useful for ready reference or browsing, and the clear, well-written entries will aid both library users and librarians. Those libraries that wish to update the Oxford Companion to Twentieth-Century Art, or that find the brief entries in The Oxford Dictionary of Art not meaty enough, will want to add this to their collections. Recommended for high-school, public, and academic libraries.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # I02L-01103
Book Description Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # B12N-01262
Book Description Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 40482332-20
Book Description paperback. Condition: Good. Corners are slightly bent. Used - Good. Seller Inventory # 9-Q-2-0140
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004402383
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # SONG0192800922
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A Dictionary of Twentieth-century Art (Oxford Paperback Reference) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780192800923
Book Description Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Remainder mark. Very good.; 8vo. Seller Inventory # 172341
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Damaged book. Slightly damaged in some way typically, a grazed corner or torn cover. Seller Inventory # CHL9567803
Book Description paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_398013438