Out of stock A History of the World in 500 Maps – Christian Grataloup £35.00 A handsome, accessible, reference book with a detailed selection of maps, chronologically arranged, which illustrate both particular events and broad historical trends worldwide. Details
Dacha: The Soviet Country Cottage – Fyodor Savintsev & Anna Benn £26.95 Magnificent visual record of a particularly Russian cultural phenomenon – thew ooden houses, ranging in size from villa to shed, used to escape the rigours of city life. Add to Basket
Earthly Delights: A History of the Renaissance – Jonathan Jones £30.00 Vividly written and sumptuously illustrated re-examination of the work of the Renaissance’s great artists against the seismic changes of the period. Add to Basket
The Drawings of Vincent van Gogh – Christopher Lloyd £35.00 Overview of van Gogh’s extensive output in which the drawings are thematically arranged, to show his developing style and their importance to his overall oevre. Add to Basket
The Power of Art: A World History in Fifteen Cities – Caroline Campbell £30.00 An innovative exploration of global art which focuses on different cities at pivotalmoments in their history to show how broader social, cultural and political landscapes fuelled the creativity of their artists. Add to Basket
The Upside-Down World: Meetings with the Dutch Masters – Benjamin Moser £30.00 Prompted by a move to the Netherlands, the author determined to acquaint himself with the artists of the Dutch Golden Age. A charming, highly personal and richly illustrated guide to their work. Add to Basket
Venice: City of Pictures – Martin Gayford £30.00 Elegant paen to the city and its many treasures which argues that Venice will forever be a source of inspiration to diverse artists who will constantly re-interpret the work of those who visited before them. Add to Basket
What Makes a Garden: A considered approach to garden design – Jinny Blom £35.00 Breathtaking photographs accompany this innovative blend of expert knowledge, practical ideas and tips on how to design a garden which pleases all five senses. Add to Basket