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Why a painting is like a pizza : a guide to understanding and enjoying modern art

by Nancy Heller

This guide provides practical tools for interpreting contemporary art by comparing modern works with traditional styles and everyday objects. It offers a framework for analysing paintings, sculptures, and installations to enhance the gallery experience.

Accession 2932 ISBN 9780691090528 Publisher Princeton University Press
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