2019 is a year full of important anniversaries in the World of Art :
- Pieter Bruegel the Elder died 450 years ago and was buried in the Brussels Chapel Church.
- Rembrandt died 350 years ago.
- The Bicentenary of the Museo del Prado : The Museo del Prado opened to the public on 19 November 1819 as a Royal Museum of Painting and Sculpture.
- 100 years of Bauhaus : the Anniversary. A break with traditional ideas and old ways of life, and a new way of thinking in art, architecture, education and society: when Walter Gropius founded the Bauhaus in 1919, he established a school of design which still inspires today.
A great opportunity to give your children books on the subject : https://espabooks.com/30-arte
9780241301876
This enticing introduction to art appreciation for children looks at art history, themes in art, and art techniques - from cave paintings to modern art. Children will learn to step back, think, and look at art in a new way. This fabulous book explores themes in art, including women in art and symbolism in art.
9781406381689
A highly readable book about architecture, lavishly illustrated with sixteen intricate cross sections. From straw huts to skyscrapers, palaces to arts centres, The Story of Buildings takes us on a journey across continents and over centuries. Patrick Dillon selects sixteen of the most iconic buildings from around the world
LIFT THE FLAP QUESTIONS & ANSWERS ABOUT ART
9781474940115
What's the point of art? Why do artists draw themselves? Who were the Impressionists? Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this entertaining information book, containing over 60 flaps to lift. A great introduction to art for inquisitive young children, with links to specially selected websites for more information.
9780241301821
With more than 40 fun art and craft ideas to try out, this book is the perfect starting point for little ones who want to discover all types of art. Children will love getting to grips with the basics of painting, print-making, drawing, paper crafting, and more.
9781409598688
Examine a gallery of famous portraits and learn the stories behind them, while finding out fascinating information about the artists and the people they painted. With the rise of the 'selfie' and social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, modern-day portraits have become incredibly popular and this book is a brilliant guide to their origin.
9781938093326
Pablo Picasso is one of the most celebrated artists in the world, and this amusing book shows his life in a remarkably original way. By featuring 100 Pablo Picassos throughout the book, young readers will explore the artist life from his childhood, to his major contributions to modern art, and from his love for pets to his endless curiosity about life.
9781409577737
An inspiring and practical introduction to art and artists for young children, with full-colour reproductions of works by Turner, Monet, Singer Sargent, Delauney and other artists, and things to spot and think about in each of the artworks. Also includes simple art activities inspired by some of the artists' methods and ideas.
9782733850671
Discover the life of Mozart, the greatest composers of all times, through 5 of his best-known works (Five 20-second extracts).