ROCOCO TO REVOLUTION (WORLD OF ART S.) [Hardcover] LEVEY, Michael.

Description

Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-preserved copy of “Rococo to Revolution” by Michael Levey offers a fascinating exploration of the artistic transition from the ornate Rococo style to the austere Neoclassicism that emerged during the Age of Enlightenment. Levey, a renowned art historian and former director of the British National Gallery, guides readers through the cultural and philosophical shifts that influenced this pivotal era in European art. With insightful analysis and stunning illustrations, he examines the works of influential artists such as Boucher, Fragonard, David, and Ingres, providing valuable context on their techniques, subject matter, and the sociopolitical climate that shaped their creations. Collectors and enthusiasts of 18th-century art will appreciate Levey’s authoritative yet accessible approach, which sheds light on the complex interplay between art, politics, and societal change during this tumultuous period.