Art: Explained: 100 Masterpieces and What They Mean

Why did Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel lying on his back? What made Rembrandt so obsessed with painting his own face? And what’s really behind Andy Warhol’s soup cans or the mysterious Terracotta Army? If you’ve ever stared at a work of art and thought, “What does this even mean?” — this book is your new best friend.

"Art: Explained" breaks down 100 of the world’s most iconic masterpieces and gives you the juicy, surprising, and satisfying stories behind them. From ancient wonders to modern pop, it’s a tour through art history that skips the pretension and gets straight to the good stuff.

-Quick reads with big insights
-Perfect for museum-goers, art lovers, and curious minds
-Packed with stories, symbolism, and those aha! moments

Whether you’re deep into the art world or just art-curious, "Art: Explained" is your personal art decoder—clever, accessible, and endlessly fascinating. Behind every masterpiece, there’s a story waiting to be told.

Details 

• Flexibound Cover 
• 216 pages 
• Dimension: 8.5in x 6.1in x 1in