The American Art Book

The Story of a Nation Through 500 Visionary Artists. Discover the vibrant, ever-evolving spirit of American art with the newly updated edition of The American Art Book, the groundbreaking survey that showcases 500 of the greatest American artists across more than three centuries of creativity.

From the earliest colonial portraitists to the giants of Modernism, from the bold innovators of Pop and Land Art to today’s most daring contemporary voices, this lavishly illustrated volume captures the diversity, complexity, and imagination that define American culture. Each artist is represented by a defining work, paired with expert commentary and connections that reveal the threads linking generations of creativity.

Featuring luminaries such as Ansel Adams, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Helen Frankenthaler, Jacob Lawrence, Maya Lin, Andy Warhol, and Carrie Mae Weems, the book celebrates both iconic masters and underrepresented visionaries whose work has shaped the nation’s artistic landscape. Guided by an esteemed panel of curators, historians, and museum directors, The American Art Book is more than a visual feast — it’s a sweeping chronicle of innovation, identity, and influence.

Rich, inclusive, and essential, this stunning new edition offers a powerful lens through which to see not just American art — but America itself.

Details 

• Hardcover 
• 512 pages 
• Dimension: 290mm x 250mm