Through rich illustrations and informative texts, readers will discover the masterpieces of art housed in this prestigious museum.
The book covers different artistic styles, from Renaissance to Modernism, and provides a deeper insight into the history and significance of each exhibited painting.
The monograph presents the most precious works from the collection of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which was opened in 1902 and was initiated by the Frenchman Auguste Mariette.
"Villon: Paintings" by Raymond Cogniat is a small monograph in the "Little Art Encyclopedia" series (No. 56). It presents the painting of the French Cubist Jacques Villon with an introduction and color reproductions.
"Ben Nicholson: Paintings" by Herbert Read is a small monograph in the "Little Art Encyclopedia" series (No. 45). It presents the abstract painting of the British artist Ben Nicholson with an introduction and color reproductions.
The exhibition catalogue represents a significant segment of the oeuvre of the German expressionist Ernst Barlach, who, in addition to being a sculptor, was also a prolific graphic artist and writer. The catalogue is accompanied by an appendix with a tran