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30,000 Years of Art: The Story of Human Creativity across Time and Space
30,000 Years of Art: The Story of Human Creativity across Time and Space
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The Story of Human Creativity across Time and Space. Embark on an extraordinary journey through human imagination with 30,000 Years of Art, a dazzling celebration of creativity from 28,000 BC to today. Spanning continents, cultures, and centuries, this groundbreaking book captures the full sweep of artistic expression — from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary masterpieces — revealing how art connects us all across time and space.
Featuring more than 600 works arranged in captivating chronological order, each artwork is paired with insightful commentary that highlights its place in the grand narrative of art history. The result is an endlessly fascinating visual timeline that uncovers surprising links, unexpected parallels, and the universal language of creativity.
Praised by the Wall Street Journal as “a celebration of art-making,” this accessible and comprehensive volume presents a fresh, global perspective on the evolution of art. Now available in a beautifully designed gift-friendly mini edition, it’s the perfect companion for art lovers, students, and curious minds alike.
From the first marks on stone to today’s most innovative visions, 30,000 Years of Art tells the story of humanity — one masterpiece at a time.
Details
- Hardcover
- 640 pages
- Dimension: 240mm x 205mm








