An introduction to 500 artists from medieval to modern times. mini format * An award-winning A to Z guide to 500 great painters and sculptors from medieval to modern times * A celebrated landmark in the art book world, published in more than 20 languages * Each entry includes a full-page, colour reproduction of the artists representative work and a concise descriptive text * Debunks art-historical classifications by juxtaposing brilliant examples of all periods, schools, visions and techniques * Glossaries of artistic movements and technical terms make this a valuable work of reference * This compact mini version presents the whole package in an easily portable format * Also available in midi and hardback formats