A major study of Francis Bacon's paintings of animals reveals his explorations of the human condition

Have you ever looked at a great work of art and thought, 'I could have done that'? Well, now's your chance!

This fascinating and beautifully illustrated book on the work of Francis Bacon, one of the 20th century s greatest painters, takes an in-depth look at his trademark motif of figures imprisoned within ghostly frames. "

As intimate and meticulous as his revered portraits, Lucian Freud's magnificent paintings and drawings of plant life are gathered for the first time in book form.

This book deals with the theme of landscape by presenting a set of important works by Gustave Courbet and other 19th century artists. Text in English and French.