This catalogue documents an exhibition of children's portraits, educational treatises, manuscripts, and jewellery from the 15th and 16th centuries in Mechelen, an important centre for politics, culture, and early childhood learning during the Habsburg Empire.

Exploring the life, imagery and lasting appeal of Saint Francis of Assisi (1182-1226), this landmark book features a core of important historic paintings representing the saint by Giotto, Sassetta, Caravaggio, Zurbaran and El Greco.

A book of saints at once beautiful and profound

Taken together these varied writings constitute a major document of modern art. Whether the reader sits back and enjoys the charms of Duchamp or studies and attempts to decipher his inner-most secrets, the reader will find SALT SELLAR a compendium of delight.

'Splendid ... a tour de force ... Its lucid prose, evocative illustrations and handsome production make it a joy to read and savour' Times Higher Education

David Hockney reflects upon life and art as he journeys through lockdown in rural Normandy.