Books

An expert’s guide to Postmodernism: five must-read books on the movement

Artists Ritika Sharma -
Postmodernism was a reaction to modernism. The postmodernist movement rejected the concept of grand narratives and universal meanings. Artists and philosophers rejected universal meanings. The...

In loco parentis: new study tells the story of Florence’s ‘thrown-away’ children

Books vikas jass -
The new study explores the history of abandoned children in Florence. The research focuses on social care and institutional responsibility. The findings reveal hidden...

Book offers fresh perspectives on why Cubism came into being

Art Market harry brad -
The book offers fresh perspectives on the origins of Cubism. The author discusses the cultural and social factors. The study defies conventional art historical...

Spring awakening: new art books out soon, from African art and Bernini to self-taught artists and Franz Kafka

African Art Samuel sah -
Publishers are introducing new art books this spring and inviting readers to new cultural conversations. Editors bring together catalogues...

A New Way of Understanding India’s Modern and Contemporary Art Laid Out in New Book

Books vikas jass -
India’s modern and contemporary art has grown through many phases. Each phase reflects social change. Each phase reflects cultural...

A new publication explores how Renaissance Europe viewed and thought about skin

Books Samuel sah -
A new academic publication focuses on an issue related to how Renaissance Europeans viewed and interpreted the meaning of...

Book offers fresh perspectives on why Cubism came into being

Books harry brad -
Cubism has been defined as one of the most revolutionary movements in modern art. It departed from the traditional...

New book looks at how the movies shaped the way we think about artists

Books Ritika Sharma -
Artists and filmmakers have always used the powerful medium of film to create their version of what it means...

The Dark Side of Collecting: Book Reveals Ugly History of Art’s Great Coveters

Books Samuel sah -
Collecting art is traditionally linked with refinement, preservation, and patronage. Museums and art collections are considered preservers of artistic...
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