An essential global survey of the most exciting contemporary painters, as selected by the world’s leading art experts Painting is one of the oldest art forms, with roots in prehistoric caves, ancient Roman villas, and Renaissance portraiture. Today, a new generation of artists experiment, innovate, and breathe new life into this enduring medium. From immersive exhibitions with massive wall paintings to quiet, minuscule compositions, Vitamin P4: New Perspectives in Painting brings together 1...

Explore architect Peter Marino’s extraordinary private collection of works in silver by Tiffany & Co. For more than 180 years, Tiffany & Co. has been synonymous with expert silversmithing. From silver spoons and serving trays to teapots and candelabras, Tiffany has made its indelible mark on American decorative arts. Now, for the first time, readers will enjoy an exclusive look at the personal collection of world-renowned architect Peter Marino, who has acquired his pieces of Tiffany silver...

An accessible, comprehensive, freshly updated celebration of the vast range of human artistry from 28,000 BC to today, newly released in a tactile and gift-friendly mini format Brought completely up to date for this revised edition and now available in a compact new format, this new edition of Phaidon’s groundbreaking book presents art differently from all other compendia by revealing the huge diversity – or in many cases, the similarity – of artistic achievements around the globe. Imag...

Over 100 global artists working with collage, as chosen by art experts, now available in paperback for the first time Collage is an artistic language comprising found images, fragmentary forms, and unexpected juxtapositions. While it first gained status as high art in the early twentieth century, the past decade has seen a fresh explosion of artists using this dynamic and experimental approach to image making. Taking a broad definition – from analog cut-and-paste compositions and photomonta...