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Ernst Haeckel Art Forms In Nature 22 Pull-Out Posters

ISBN: 9783791382630

Author: Kira Uthoff    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

Perfect for display or close observation, the posters in this elegantly produced collection of Ernst Haeckel’s exquisite illustrations of natural forms demons...


Perfect for display or close observation, the posters in this elegantly produced collection of Ernst Haeckel’s exquisite illustrations of natural forms demonstrate his exceptional artistry. Biologist, physician, philosopher, and artist, Ernst Haeckel was also a prescient observer of the natural world. His highly detailed and expertly rendered illustrations, first published at the turn of the 20th century, are not only beautiful works of art, but also have scientific underpinnings. Now available as a series of large format posters sumptuously printed and suitable for framing, Haeckel’s most elaborate and captivating works illustrate his fundamental notion of the unity of all living things. From otherworldly radiolaria to psychedelic sea anemones, Haeckel’s science and artistry continue to provide inspiration for 21st-century illustrators, architects, graphic designers, and anyone interested in exploring nature’s perfect geometry.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 46


Dimensions: 280 x 350 mm


Publication Date: 16-03-2019


$59.99
Where Is Everyone

ISBN: 9783791374505

Author: Tom Schamp    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

Discover how this celebrated illustrator turns everyday objects inside out in marvelously zany ways in his latest lift-the-flap board book. A toaster, a refrige...


Discover how this celebrated illustrator turns everyday objects inside out in marvelously zany ways in his latest lift-the-flap board book. A toaster, a refrigerator, a sink, a bed, a car. Most kids can recognize these and other things that are part of their everyday lives. Leave it to Tom Schamp to imagine a different way of seeing them. As kids pore over these brightly colored and highly detailed pictures they’ll be delighted to discover a monkey on a surfboard and an elephant in a bowler hat—all inhabiting the same shapes they recognize in their homes. Each whimsical illustration offers a chance to explore, discuss, and giggle at the unexpected. Every page will encourage kids to think creatively and differently about the world around them and the possibilities that lie hidden in the things we see every day.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 14


Dimensions: 220 x 220 mm


Publication Date: 07-09-2021


$30.00
Alexander Von Humboldt Botanical Illustrations 22 Pull-Out Posters

ISBN: 9783791385136

Author: Otfried Baume    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

A must-have for Alexander von Humboldt fans and botanic enthusiasts, this gorgeous collection of frameable posters of his studies is filled with natural wonders...


A must-have for Alexander von Humboldt fans and botanic enthusiasts, this gorgeous collection of frameable posters of his studies is filled with natural wonders and meticulous detail. More than two centuries after Alexander von Humboldt established himself as a scientific trailblazer, the work of this pioneering explorer and naturalist is being rediscovered. Humboldt’s travels in the Americas and Cuba were hailed by many as the “scientific discovery of America”. These intricate botanical masterpieces reveal his revolutionary findings as he traveled through jungles, across rivers, and over mountainous terrain. Technically precise, these delicately tinted prints are equally appealing to anyone who appreciates fine art and botanical illustration. Perfect for close study as well as decoration, this treasury of botanical delight will help brighten any room and inspire anyone drawn to the beauty of the natural world


Bind: paperback


Pages: 46


Dimensions: 280 x 350 mm


Publication Date: 15-03-2019


$59.99
50 Architects You Should Know

ISBN: 9783791383408

Author: Isabel Kuhl    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

Now available in a new edition, this introduction to fifty visionary architects traces the major aesthetic movements over the past six centuries and offers conc...


Now available in a new edition, this introduction to fifty visionary architects traces the major aesthetic movements over the past six centuries and offers concise portraits of the geniuses behind them. Starting with the Renaissance, this accessible and lively survey takes readers around the world and through history, from Filippo Brunelleschi through Antoni Gaudi to Frank Gehry. Double-page spreads feature full-color illustrations, informative sidebars, and a timeline. A concise and accessible architectural history, this book is a fascinating look at the enormous variety of ways architects have helped define their eras.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 160


Dimensions: 193 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 01-03-2017


$45.00
The Book of Labyrinths and Mazes

ISBN: 9783791374741

Author: Silke Vry    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

Two of the world’s ancient traditions come alive for young readers in this fascinating book that proves the most interesting distance between two points is ne...


Two of the world’s ancient traditions come alive for young readers in this fascinating book that proves the most interesting distance between two points is never a straight line. This brilliant book on mazes and labyrinths in history and the modern world encourages young readers to really think about why these puzzles are so appealing. Filled with amazing illustrations, it takes a thematic approach to these enigmatic works. Why are we sometimes afraid to get lost—and why does the idea excite us? How do mazes and labyrinths figure in history and mythology? What can nature tell us about humankind’s obsession with lines, spirals, and patterns? Along the way children will learn about the labyrinth designed by Daedalus for King Minos in the ancient city of Crete; the mystery of the Hemet Maze Stone in southern California; and the magnificent labyrinth at the Cathedral of Chartres. They are encouraged to trace their fingers along a labyrinth to experience its soothing effect, and to create their own mazes and labyrinths. Packed with fun facts and engaging ideas, this book will help children understand why mazes and labyrinths are so popular, while inspiring them to identify and create these fascinating puzzles in their own world.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 96


Dimensions: 215 x 280 mm


Publication Date: 07-09-2021


$45.00
Impressionism In The Age Of Industry

ISBN: 9783791358451

Author: Caroline Shields    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

This generously illustrated book examines the relationship between 19th-century Impressionism and industry in Europe. The late-19th century was a time of new te...


This generously illustrated book examines the relationship between 19th-century Impressionism and industry in Europe. The late-19th century was a time of new technology, industry, and modernity. People were enthralled with their changing world and artists were not an exception. Fascinated by progress in every form, artists depicted factories, trains, and construction sites. Artists such as Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Vincent van Gogh, and Camille Pissarro began to paint the world around them, from laundresses in the basements of Paris to rural laborers in fields. This book focuses on how Impressionist artists engaged and treated the topic of industry in their art. Chapters discuss how Paris was transformed into a bustling, modern city, the role of women in labor, and the demographic shift from rural to urban centers. Paintings, drawings, and prints, along with archival photographs help to illustrate this rich and complicated moment in art history.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 280


Dimensions: 240 x 280 mm


Publication Date: 22-02-2019


$125.00
50 Modern Artists You Should Know

ISBN: 9783791383385

Author: Christiane Weidemann    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

Now available in a new edition, this chronologically arranged volume covers a century and a half of masterpieces which beautifully capture the development of ar...


Now available in a new edition, this chronologically arranged volume covers a century and a half of masterpieces which beautifully capture the development of art in the modern age. Starting with James Abbott McNeill Whistler and ending with Matthew Barney, nearly every prominent figure in Modern art is represented in vibrant double-page spreads that show how these artists redefined norms and challenged tradition. Fascinating biographical and anecdotal information about each artist is provided alongside large reproductions of their most celebrated works, stunning details, and images of the artists themselves. From the Impressionists to the Surrealists, Cubists to Pop artists—readers will find a wealth of information as well as hours of enjoyment learning about one of the most popular and prolific periods in art history.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 160


Dimensions: 193 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 01-03-2017


$45.00
When I See Red

ISBN: 9783791374949

Author: Britta Teckentrup    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

A gorgeous and timely meditation on anger. The heroine of this beautifully illustrated story feels her anger like a storm in a dark forest. It sweeps her away, ...


A gorgeous and timely meditation on anger. The heroine of this beautifully illustrated story feels her anger like a storm in a dark forest. It sweeps her away, and she thunders and howls. She pours down her emotions like sheets of rain; rage surges like a wind whipping angry waves. Her anger takes her on a wild ride. Appropriate for a wide variety of ages, this book illustrates many aspects of anger that are often hard to articulate— how overwhelming it is, how isolating, even scary. But it also shows anger to be a source of power and an agent for change. Teckentrup’s impactful, boldly colored paintings skillfully evoke the way intense anger can take us on an emotional journey, one that can be both exhausting and affirming. This beautiful tribute to one girl’s experience of anger offers readers the opportunity to make sense of, and talk about their own feelings of rage in a time when that kind of understanding is more important than ever.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 40


Dimensions: 215 x 280 mm


Publication Date: 07-09-2021


$32.00
Photos That Changed The World

ISBN: 9783791382371

Author: Peter Stepan    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

In lavish two-page spreads, this book presents nearly one hundred of history’s most memorable photographs — from the Wright Brothers’ first flight to the ...


In lavish two-page spreads, this book presents nearly one hundred of history’s most memorable photographs — from the Wright Brothers’ first flight to the bombing of Pearl Harbor, from Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech to Nelson Mandela’s release from prison, and from the inauguration of President Barack Obama to the Syrian refugee crisis. The volume features pictures from photography masters such as Lewis Hine, Dorothea Lange, Yousuf Karsh, Diane Arbus, and James Nachtwey, as well as iconic images from lesser-known and unknown photojournalists. Photos that Changed the World has been updated to include indelible images of the most significant recent events. Engaging essays accompany each photograph and tell the story behind each image.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 208


Dimensions: 195 x 240 mm


Publication Date: 20-08-2016


$45.00
The Song of Spring

ISBN: 9783791373799

Author: Hendrik Jonas    Publisher: Prestel Publishing

In this charming book, children will delight in the sounds animals make as they come together to help a young bird find a friend. It's spring and everywhere bir...


In this charming book, children will delight in the sounds animals make as they come together to help a young bird find a friend. It's spring and everywhere birds are calling out to each other. But one bird has forgotten which sound to make. He tries "Woof," and meets a dog, who encourages him to try "Oink," with the expected result. Moo, Hee-Haw, Baa, Meow--each successive call adds another animal friend to the page. Will the young bird find another bird friend? As young readers are introduced to each type of animal and their sounds, Hendrik Jonas's clever illustrations grow increasingly crowded. The result is a beautiful celebration of friendship that will delight young children everywhere.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 52


Dimensions: 200 x 215 mm


Publication Date: 15-03-2019


$26.99
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