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Taschen's "What Great Paintings Say: 100 Masterpieces in Detail" hardcover art history book, a perfect coffee table book for fine art lovers.
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  • Taschen's "What Great Paintings Say: 100 Masterpieces in Detail" hardcover art history book, a perfect coffee table book for fine art lovers.
  • A detailed shot of the spine of the Taschen art book, "What Great Paintings Say: 100 Masterpieces in Detail."
  • Open book with illustrations and text on a white background
  • A picture of the open Taschen book showing a detailed section of Michelangelo's "The Creation of Adam" from the Sistine Chapel.
  • An image showing the open pages of the Taschen art book, revealing detailed analysis of a famous painting.
  • Open book with a colourful illustration on the left and text on the right, set against a white background.
What Great Paintings Say: 100 Masterpieces in Detail Hardcover Art Book

What Great Paintings Say: 100 Masterpieces in Detail Hardcover Art Book

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In the world of fine art, a masterpiece is not merely a canvas filled with colour; it is a tapestry woven with stories, secrets and intricate details. For the true connoisseur, the joy lies in the discovery of these hidden narratives. This is where TASCHEN's magnificent new art book, "What Great Paintings Say. Masterpieces in Detail," becomes an essential addition to any art lover's collection. 🖼️

664 pages 📖

Published by the renowned German art publisher, TASCHEN, this beautiful hardcover volume takes us on an extraordinary journey through art history. Its compact and elegant format, part of the Bibliotheca Universalis series, makes it a perfect coffee table book and a wonderful gift. Forget about static, two-dimensional images. This book transforms your appreciation for celebrated paintings by bringing their tiniest elements into sharp focus, revealing a wealth of fascinating facts and insights.

Dimensions: 14 x 4.5 x 19.5 cm 📕

The authors, Rose-Marie and Rainer Hagen, act as our expert guides, zooming in on the minutiae of subject and symbolism that often go unnoticed. They challenge us to look closer, to question what we see and to understand the historical and cultural context behind each brushstroke. The result is a captivating exploration of 100 masterpieces from across the globe and through the ages, from Ancient Egypt to modern Europe.

One of the most compelling examples is the analysis of Jan van Eyck's iconic painting, The Arnolfini Portrait. The authors pose intriguing questions that make us rethink this famous work. Is the bride pregnant? Why is a single candle lit in the chandelier in the middle of the day? These are the kinds of details that reveal the story of the painting. In another piece of fine art, we might learn about the symbolism of a particular flower, or the social commentary hidden within a dancer's expression.