Introduction à l'histoire de l'art

Synopsis of Introduction à l'histoire de l'art

«Introduction à l'histoire de l'art» is Daniel Lagoutte's essay on art history, published by Hachette in paperback (159 pages, in French).

Explains the major currents and ways of understanding art history, from its first theorists to contemporary thought. Brings together the essential references for finding one's way in the discipline and reviews discourses centred on the human being, the artist, the work and society, as well as the future of art history.

Part of the Les Fondamentaux collection and corresponds to the 2nd edition, published in 2001.

For art students and curious readers who want a first theoretical approach to art history.