Best art history books for honing your cultural knowledge
Attempting to distil the importance of art history in a single article is no easy feat.
From the studios of the Dutch Masters to everyday scenes depicted in 17th-century Japanese woodcut prints, art reflects society and gives us a clue about the past.
The abundance of art history books, be they glossy coffee table designs or academic reads, is boundless. Hence why sourcing one can be overwhelming.
Perhaps you’re intrigued by controversial characters such as Pablo Picasso, Caravaggio or Paul Gauguin. Maybe you fancy stretching your scholarly muscles by delving into art theory via the works of Giorgio Vasari, Clive Bell and Lucy Lippard. What constitutes cubism? Why have there been no great women artists? The possibilities that the art world has to offer are limitless.
Art history books differ in readability. Art history often intertwines with philosophy, making some reads wordier than others. These particular picks are handy for those
