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100			_a Wentinck, Charles
245		4	_aThe Human Figure: _bIn Art From Prehistoric Times to the Present Day/ _cby Charles Wentinck, _h
260			_aNetherland
260			_bAbbott Universal Ltd
260			_c1971
300			_a160 p. :
520			_a"The Human Figure (In Art From Prehistoric Times To The Present Day)" by Charles Wentick is a comprehensive exploration of the representation of the human figure in art throughout various historical periods and cultural contexts. The book examines how artists have depicted the human form across different styles and movements, from the rudimentary representations found in prehistoric cave paintings to the complex and varied interpretations in contemporary art. Wentick discusses major art movements and influential artists, analyzing their approaches to proportions, anatomy, and expression. He explores themes such as idealism, realism, abstraction, and the evolution of techniques used to portray the human body. The book also addresses societal and cultural influences on the depiction of the human figure, including factors such as religion, politics, and the human experience.
650			_aArt History _vAnatomy in Art
650			_aHuman Figure _vArtistic Techniques
650			_aAbstraction _vSculpture _xPainting
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