History of Art

Content : A timeline of Art History in 150 landmark dates.

A comprehensive, reliable, and visually engaging work designed for both the curious and passionate lovers of art history.

A sweeping panorama of art history.
This book offers a lively and comprehensive overview of the history of Western art, tracing its evolution through masterpieces, artists, and artistic movements.
The journey begins in 1401 in Florence, Italy, with the famous competition to design the doors of the Baptistery, and concludes in 2025 with today’s most influential contemporary artists and a special feature on art in a globalised world.
From the Renaissance to the present day, art history unfolds here in a documented yet accessible way, through more than 150 key dates that illuminate foundational works and the pivotal moments they embody.

A clear structure and dynamic design.
At the start of each section, a concise account of major developments is paired with a large, detailed chronological timeline.
Across the double-page spreads, each artwork is introduced with a focus on its form, meaning, and reception, offering layered insights into its significance.
At regular intervals, in-depth features explore cross-cutting themes and major genres relevant to each period.

The authorship team.
Written by a team of teachers and researchers in art history: Guitemie Maldonado, Marie-Pauline Martin, Natacha Pernac, and Neville Rowley.

About the “Chronology” series:
Well-documented, attractive books to make culture accessible to everyone. Richly illustrated, this series tell the story of France, the world, literature, the arts, religions and more. They are comprehensive, reliable and attractive works for anyone interested in culture.