A child's introduction to art : the world's greatest paintings and sculptures
(Book)

An introduction to the art world's most famous painters, styles, and periods, brought to life through full-color photographs of 40 masterpieces, as well as original illustrations. The book highlights 40 painters and sculptors, including Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet, Diego Velasquez, Vincent van Gogh, Salvador Dali, Mary Cassatt, and Andy Warhol, providing information on their life, inspirations, influences, technique, and a full-color photo of one of their signature works of art. Includes an overview of various styles and periods (Renaissance, Impressionism, Cubism, etc.), instruction on how to view and appreciate art, and information on the color wheel and other tools artists employ. Includes activities.