Книги издательства Prestel

The book includes one hundred color plates accompanied by in-depth descriptions, as well as numerous black-and-white photographs of the masks as they are used in religious and secular ceremonies. An introductory text by renowned scholars describes...

From its fascinating historical origins to its contemporary symbolic significance, every aspect of Ai Weiwei's beautiful and monumental work of art is explored in this illustrated volume that also guides readers through the highlights of the arti...

Numerous high-quality reproductions accompany this in-depth examination of Modigliani's career, from the penetrating psychological studies of his early portraits, through the more stylized images such as the graceful figures with the famous almon...

The art of Andy Warhol continues to hold surprises for even the seasoned Warhol admirer. The best works from one of the world's largest private collections of Warhol paintings are published here for the first time in book form. Beginning with whi...

Throughout his career, Andy Warhol easily crossed the boundaries between fine art and graphic design; in fact, he made no distinction between art and advertising. Posters were a natural medium for this talented artist, and he was much in demand to...

This gorgeous collection of 19th- and 20th-century art offers endearingly beautiful depictions of angels. For centuries, artists have incorporated angels into their works. In the Symbolist movement of the late 19th century, these heavenly figures ...

Dazzling illustrations and concise, helpful texts make this an indispensable reference for anyone curious about the great architects and buildings of yesterday and today. From Alvar Aalto to Peter Zumthor, from the Renaissance to the 21st century,...

From the pyramids to the Guggenheim Museum, discover how these groundbreaking structures changed the course of architecture through the ages. Architecture evolves in response to man’s technological advances and environmental demands. Driven by the...

This sumptuous volume explores key aspects of Art Nouveau - decorative arts, architecture, fashion, dance, advertising, and more - with an in-depth approach and stunning illustrations. The Art Nouveau movement became an international phenomen...

This intriguing take on the history of art focuses on groundbreaking moments that changed the course of artistic development, from cave paintings to contemporary works. The first portrait, the first realistic animal drawing, the first nighttime sc...

Basquiat first came to prominence when he collaborated with Al Diaz to spray-paint enigmatic statements under the pseudonym SAMO©. He went on to work on collages, Xerox art, postcards, performances, and music before establishing his reputation a...

A comprehensive travel guide dedicated to Germany’s Bauhaus architecture, this book takes an in-depth look at over 100 locations that can still be visited today. Established in 1919 in Weimar, the Bauhaus college for design influenced one of...

Pairing notorious fictional gangsters and mobsters with signature cocktails, this pocket-size collection of boozy recipes is so much fun, it’s criminal. It’s been a century since the prohibition sent Americans scurrying to speakeasies....

Imagine an airport that welcomes you as visitor or neighbor; that takes you efficiently from terminal to plane; that is sustainably designed and filled with light and air; that you’ll be happy to linger, shop, and eat in. Not only does this air...

This book tells the story of the beloved Impressionist movement, focusing on the tumultuous period of the 1860s and1870s and the emergence of the “New Painting” out of the Paris Salon. Lavish reproductions of masterpieces of French pai...