Great Paintings Explained: Learn to read paintings through some of art's most famous works (Looking at Art)

Book Synopsis: “It’s like going on a private tour with an art expert.” ★★★★★Great Paintings Explained delves into the stories of some of the most compelling paintings in art.
Imagine walking into an art gallery and looking at a painting. What does it mean? What is it trying to say? This book will help you understand art, how to look at it, its history and much more.
From paintings by Rembrandt to Van Gogh, Great Paintings Explained is an exploration in what paintings actually show by diving into the myths, symbolism, and circumstances behind numerous different works of art.
NEW EDITION CONTAINS FULL COLOUR IMAGES THROUGHOUT - for ebook, paperback, and hardcover

Artworks include:

• The Night Café by Vincent van Gogh
• Improvisation No. 30 (Cannons) by Wassily Kandinsky
• Proserpine by Dante Gabriel Rossetti
• At the Moulin Rouge by Toulouse-Lautrec
• Judith and Holofernes by Gustav Klimt
• Self-Portrait by Rembrandt

... and many more.

Great Paintings Explained is the second illustrated guide in the Looking at Art series that explores some of the most beautiful objects in art history. Written for those who appreciate art, this book will give you an insight into how artworks are composed and why your favorite artists made the choices they did.

Note: Images in hardcover are shown in full color.

About the author:
Christopher P Jones is an art critic and writer with a passion for uncovering the stories behind iconic works of art. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of art history, Chris’ writing provides readers with unique perspectives on art, from the Old Masters to contemporary artists. His work includes a collection of art books, and he is a popular contributor to several art blogs.