The Art Book for ChildrenAmanda Renshaw

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Another thirty artists from the Renaissance to the present day are explored in this second volume of the bestselling Art Book for Children. Each spread is illustrated by one or more works by the artist and accompanied by a fun and involving text that introduces the reader to the artist and invites children to look more closely at each of the variety of paintings, sculptures and photographs included here.
Specifications:

  • Format: Hardback
  • Size: 296 × 256 mm (11 5/8 × 10 1/8 in)
  • Pages: 80 pp
  • Illustrations: 120 illustrations
  • ISBN: 9780714847061

Amanda Renshaw, formerly a specialist in Impressionist and Modern Art at Christies, is currently Editorial Director at Phaidon Press.

"A perfect introduction to art for parents and children to enjoy together... Simple, clear and fun."—The Guardian

"The Art Book For Children draws young readers first into the subject, then deftly into the form, of paintings from the Mona Lisa to Warhol's Marilyn Monroe."—The Times

"Stylish, and exciting without being silly."—Sunday Times Culture

"Stylish, welcoming introduction to art... The book is bursting with exuberant questions... and determined to open young eyes and minds."—The Observer

"A fine sourcebook; recommended for all collections."—Library Journal

"The book will stimulate discussion and a higher level of appreciation of art."—School Library Journal