Phaidon text England Phaidon Press Limited Publisher 1976 monographic eng

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82 Pages : hbk. 40 cm. Animals in art have been used throughout history to express human beliefs, values, and emotions. In prehistoric times they symbolized survival and ritual, while in ancient cultures they often represented gods or power. During the Middle Ages, animals carried moral and religious meanings. From the Renaissance onward, artists portrayed animals more realistically, showing interest in nature and science. In modern and contemporary art, animals are often used as symbols or to explore themes like identity, emotion, and environmental concerns. Phaidon Fine Arts 743.6 PHA 0714816698 GCL 260119