Camplin, Jamie

Books Do Furnish A Painting

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ISBN 13:
9780500252253
author:
Camplin, Jamie
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Thames & Hudson Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
24 x 16.5 centimetres (0.88 kg)
Genre:
24 x 16.5 centimetres (0.88 kg), History, General, ,
Condition:
New
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£11.47

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Books Do Furnish a Painting by Jamie Camplin and Maria Ranauro is a companionable survey that explores the symbiotic relationship between the development of books and the emergence of our modern idea of the role of the artist. It delves into the world of fine paintings where books are a recurring theme, examining how they connect us with centuries of lived experience. From religious systems to education, social status, romance, and friendship, books have become an integral part of our cultural lives and everyday existence. This book parades and interprets the work of many of the greatest artists of the last five hundred years, shedding light on why books have earned their place in life - and art. Through its exploration of this relationship, Books Do Furnish a Painting reveals how books tell us about ourselves and our world, offering insights into the human experience that have endured for centuries.

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