История искусства всех времён и народов (в трех томах)

Karl Woermann is an outstanding German art critic of the early 20th century. The History of Art of All Times and Peoples is one of the largest publications on the history of art ever translated into Russian. The work of K. Woerman aims to present the history of art as completely as possible, regardless of any philosophical system, to acquaint the reader with the development of artistic motives proper, to highlight their modifications during the transition from era to era, from people to people.< /p>

Volume 1 (942 p.) - The art of primitive tribes, the peoples of the pre-Christian era and the population of Asia and Africa from ancient times to the 19th century.

Volume 2 (913 p.) - European art of the Middle Ages - the art of European countries from the first to the fifteenth centuries AD. e.

Volume 3 (943 p.) - Art of the 16th–19th centuries

In "History of arts of all times and peoples" by K. Woermann, strictly scientific accuracy is combined with general accessibility of presentation. The work of K. Woermann is an excellent guide for people who want to supplement their knowledge with information on the history of art; however, for those who would like to study this subject specifically, it can serve as a guide, thanks not only to its content, but also to the accompanying index of works relating to different parts of the history of art.

The value of the book by K. Woerman is increased by the huge number of illustrations placed in it, which have a close connection with the text.