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The Arts: A Visual Encyclopedia of Art History is an illustrated children’s reference book tracing painting, sculpture and photography across historical periods. Its annotated images, artist profiles and closer-look pages are intended to make artworks and their techniques accessible to young readers.
At a glance
- Covers the evolution of painting, sculpture and photography, from cave paintings to modern street art.
- Artist profiles introduce major works and the lives of painters, sculptors, photographers, musicians and dancers.
- Closer-look pages highlight details, technique and symbols in selected works.
- Colour spreads and annotated images pair visual material with accessible explanations.
Reference price: $38.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its visual approach combines artwork images with annotations and context rather than relying on text alone.
- The broad coverage offers young readers an introduction to several art forms and historical styles in one volume.
- The listed age range and grade level help families and educators assess its intended audience.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | DK Children |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Aug. 1 2017 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 304 pages |
| Reading age | 8 - 12 years |
|---|---|
| Grade level | 3 - 7 |
| Weight listed | 1.46 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 21.9 x 2.5 x 28.3 cm |
| ISBN-10 | 1465462902 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1465462909 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children around the listed 8–12 age range who are curious about art history.
- Parents, carers and educators looking for an illustrated introduction to painting, sculpture and photography.
- Readers who benefit from visual examples, artist profiles and short explanatory sections.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking an advanced or specialist art-history reference rather than a children’s introduction.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is strongly positive about the book’s information, illustrations and engaging presentation. That aligns with the listing’s emphasis on annotated images and visual spreads, which may particularly suit children learning about art through examples. Positive reactions do not establish that every reader will find the age level or subject coverage a match.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as informative and knowledgeable.
- Readers praise the images and illustrations, and describe the presentation as engaging.
Frequently asked questions
What subjects does the book cover?
The listing describes coverage of painting, sculpture and photography, including art movements, artists and selected works.
Who is the book intended for?
The product details list a reading age of 8–12 years and grade levels 3–7. The description also presents it as a book for children to explore with adults.
How does the book explain artworks?
The listing describes colour spreads, annotated images, artist profiles and closer-look pages covering detail, technique and symbols.
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