Brief guide : National Gallery of Art by National Gallery of Art
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"Brief guide : National Gallery of Art" by National Gallery of Art is a comprehensive guidebook published in the late 20th century that provides an overview of the renowned museum in Washington, D.C. This type of book serves as an informative resource for visitors, detailing the history of the gallery, its founding, architectural details, and its extensive collections of art from various periods and regions. The book explores the National Gallery's role
in preserving and showcasing significant works of art, underscoring its importance to the cultural heritage of the United States. The content of the book is organized into sections that cover the history and establishment of the National Gallery of Art, followed by a detailed description of its collections. The guide highlights various art styles and movements, including Florentine, Venetian, Dutch, Spanish, French, and American art, providing insights into specific pieces and their significance. It emphasizes important donations that have shaped the gallery's collection and outlines the special features of its architectural design. Through vivid descriptions and illustrations, readers are encouraged to appreciate the masterpieces displayed within the gallery and understand the cultural context of the works exhibited. Overall, it serves as both a practical guide for visitors and a scholarly resource for art enthusiasts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Creator | National Gallery of Art (U.S.) |
|---|---|
| Title | Brief guide : National Gallery of Art |
| Original Publication | United States: U. S. Government Printing Office,1976. |
| Credits | Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | N: Fine Arts |
| Subject | National Gallery of Art (U.S.) |
| Subject | Art museums -- Washington (D.C.) -- Guidebooks |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66746 |
| Release Date | Nov 15, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 471 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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