The first in a new series of essential introductions to art, Modern
Art guides the reader through individual movements from Impressionism
to Conceptual Art, situated within five broader chronological eras.
Starting with Impressionism in 1860, art historian Amy Dempsey explains
the essentials of Modernism, the postwar New Disorder, and beyond.
Carefully arranged material explores seventy essential topics of modern
art in a practical and easy-to-navigate structure. Each boldly designed
topic feature includes a clear definition; a list of key artists,
attributes, media, and collections; and expertly curated illustrations
with explanatory captions. A reference section includes a useful
glossary of modern art terms.