Seeing through paintings
Andrea Kirsh
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Seeing through paintings
by Andrea Kirsh
Published
2000
Publisher
Yale University Press
Pages
328
ISBN-10
0300080468
Description
"This clear and accessible handbook introduces the nonspecialist to the physical examination of easel paintings and the historical and critical implications of such study. It takes the reader through the various layers of paintings, from support to varnish, and looks at information that might be attached to a painting's reverse, as well as the physical circumstances of its display. The authors demonstrate how this knowledge contributes to a wide range of historical and critical approaches, including iconography, regional and colonial studies, examination of artistic intent, interactions among artistic schools, and the history of collecting and exhibition.". "The book offers the only comprehensive discussion available on materials, techniques, and condition issues in Western easel paintings from medieval times to the present. It includes detailed case studies of twenty-five paintings by artists from Giotto and Leonardo to Vermeer, Degas, and Pollock."--BOOK JACKET.
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How many pages are in Seeing through paintings?
This edition of Seeing through paintings has approximately 328 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Seeing through paintings?
For most readers, Seeing through paintings typically takes between 6h 50m and 4h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 82,000 words and common reading speeds.
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The estimated word count for Seeing through paintings is approximately 82,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Seeing through paintings?
Seeing through paintings was written by Andrea Kirsh.
When was Seeing through paintings published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.