From the first cave paintings to modern masterpieces, this book follows the story of painting from the dawn of time right up to the present day. Along the way, young readers will learn all sorts of fascinating facts, intriguing tales, and tricks of the trade. This easy-to-read survey of art history contains color reproductions of the works of art, as well as information on the artists, their lives, and their artistic legacies. Included are many topics kids will enjoy, such as finding out how the ancient Greeks made waterproof paints, discovering who the iconoclasts were and why they smashed paintings, and puzzling over Mona Lisa’s mysterious smile.

96 pages, full-color illustrations throughout, 6 3/4 in. x 9 1/4 in. Paper. Ages 8 and older.


The Story of Painting
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