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title: "How to Read Paintings: A Crash Course in Meaning and Method"
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# How to Read Paintings: A Crash Course in Meaning and Method

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Buy How to Read Paintings: A Crash Course in Meaning and Method 1 by Rideal, Liz (ISBN: 9781472525123) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Review: A gem of a book. - This is a little gem of a book. Liz Rideal has the flair and insight of an artist and a teacher's way with words. Her choice of paintings is not predictable and she homes in on the revealing details. She is extremely knowledgeable about the history of art and techniques of composition. Browsing her book, which is full of excellent colour reproductions, is sheer delight. It will make you want to head for the nearest art gallery.
Review: Essential for the newly-curious art lover - Excellent little book. Beautiful synopsis of some of the most important paintings after a snapshot guide to understanding art.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 942,531 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 231 in Arts & Photography Study & Teaching 335 in Art Criticism 1,781 in Painting (Books) |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (53) |
| Dimensions  | 13.6 x 2 x 16.5 cm |
| Edition  | 1st |
| ISBN-10  | 1472525124 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1472525123 |
| Item weight  | 395 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 256 pages |
| Publication date  | 23 Oct. 2014 |
| Publisher  | Bloomsbury Visual Arts |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A gem of a book.
*by G***F on 16 February 2015*

This is a little gem of a book. Liz Rideal has the flair and insight of an artist and a teacher's way with words. Her choice of paintings is not predictable and she homes in on the revealing details. She is extremely knowledgeable about the history of art and techniques of composition. Browsing her book, which is full of excellent colour reproductions, is sheer delight. It will make you want to head for the nearest art gallery.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Essential for the newly-curious art lover
*by S***S on 1 May 2019*

Excellent little book. Beautiful synopsis of some of the most important paintings after a snapshot guide to understanding art.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Could be better
*by J***R on 22 May 2025*

Moderately well written

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