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Book Synopsis: Immerse yourself in the wonder and dazzling display of the 3,000 paintings in the permanent collection of the Louvre in this elegant paperback edition of the New York Times bestselling book The Louvre: All the Paintings. The Louvre is the most famous museum in the world. With 8.5 million visitors every year, the Louvre houses and displays many of the most celebrated and important paintings of all time. Every painting on exhibit in the permanent collection, a total of 3,022 works in all, is included in this groundbreaking book. Divided and organized into the four main painting collections of the museum—the Italian School, the Northern School, the Spanish School, and the French School—the book includes works by well-known masters like Giotto, Fra Angelico, Ghirlandaio, Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Titian, Veronese, Caravaggio, Van Eyck, Breughel, Memling, Holbein, Van Dyck, Rembrandt, Vermeer, David, Delacroix, La Tour, Fragonard, Géricault, Ingres, Poussin, El Greco, Goya, Velázquez, and many more. Four hundred of the most important paintings including the Mona Lisa and Liberty Leading the People are given a deeper dive with commentary by art historians Anja Grebe and Vincent Pomarède. Learn more about each artist and painting, and tour the realms of sensational masterpieces without having to leave the comfort of your home.

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Immerse yourself in the wonder and dazzling display of the 3,000 paintings in the permanent collection of the Louvre with the groundbreaking book, The Louvre: All the Paintings. As the most famous museum in the world, the Louvre attracts 8.5 million visitors every year. Now, you can experience the beauty and importance of these celebrated paintings from the comfort of your home. This elegant paperback edition, a New York Times bestseller, includes works by renowned masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Vermeer, and many more.

Organized into the four main painting collections of the museum, this comprehensive book takes you on a journey through the Italian School, the Northern School, the Spanish School, and the French School. With a total of 3,022 works included, you'll have access to every painting on exhibit in the permanent collection. From Giotto to Caravaggio, Van Eyck to Rembrandt, the book presents a remarkable collection that showcases the evolution of art throughout history.

What sets this book apart is the deeper dive into 400 of the most important paintings, including iconic masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and Liberty Leading the People. Accompanied by expert commentary from art historians Anja Grebe and Vincent Pomarede, you'll gain a deeper understanding of each artist's vision and the historical significance of their work. Delve into the stories behind the brushstrokes and uncover the hidden meanings.

By investing in The Louvre: All the Paintings, you're not just purchasing a book – you're opening the doors to a world of timeless beauty and cultural significance. Feed your curiosity, expand your knowledge, and indulge in the awe-inspiring creations of the world's greatest artists. Take a journey through art history and make the Louvre a part of your home library today.

Get your copy of The Louvre: All the Paintings and embark on an extraordinary artistic adventure without leaving your home.

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