13 Artists Children Should Know

Get your tiny tot into art at an early age. This book gives them a crash course on the masters and a who’s who in the art world. Written in a way to appeal to children, it provides a fun yet educational experience.

On November 22, 2020By districtartisan

Lucian Freud Portraits

A complete catalog of Frued’s paintings that spanned over seven decades. He only worked from life and you can see their essence captured in these amazing portraits. Lavishly illustrated it’s a must have for any art lover.

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Paolo Veronese

From Verona but known as one of the greatest Venetian artist’s Paolo’s work is captured. This book has over 300 lavish illustrations, and it’s a visual playground for your eyes. So come on and get stuck in!

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Moroni: The Riches of Renaissance Portraiture

The Frick highlights one of the great portraitists of sixteenth century Italy in this book. Take a deeper look into the details of the sitters and Moroni’s eye for detail. Flipping through the sumptuous pages is like going back in time.

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William Blake. Drawings for Dante’s Divine Comedy

William Blake. Drawings for Dante’s Divine Comedy is chock full of fold out art work that will literally take your breath away. From pencil sketches to completed watercolors, get ready for a feast for the eyes.

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Tintoretto: Artist of Renaissance Venice

Venice is one of the rare places on Earth that will make you feel like you stepped back into time. Really step back into time with this book to experience one of the greatest Italian Renaissance painters, Jacopo Tintoretto.

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Modigliani

This book is a comprehensive look into Amedeo Modigliani life and his works. With over 150 works, it’s one of the most complete books on the market. Take a deep dive into this celebrated artists life.

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Sorolla: Spanish Master of Light

The leading Spanish artist of his day, Sorolla knew how to play with light. This book will take you on a trip through his career from home and abroad via sixty sumptuous pieces. A must have for anyone who’s into impressionism.

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Sargent Portrait Drawings

Mastering portraits is a tough job! Not only do you need to be able to paint someone realistically, you need to hint at their personality. John Singer Sargent was able to accomplish both in his portraits and they’re all here for you to enjoy.

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Art Forms in Nature: The Prints of Ernst Haeckel

Art Forms in Nature: The Prints of Ernst Haeckel celebrates the artists works. Capturing the famed artist’s exceptionally detailed works, this book is as good a reference as it it a read.

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Sorolla: The Masterworks

This is a collection of some of the best works from the Spanish Impressionist, Sorolla. Widely anticipated, this volume is sure to live up to expectations. A must have or anyone who loves Sorolla or this genre of art.

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Pieter Bruegel. The Complete Works

A beautifully illustrated hardback that features the prominent but mysterious Flemish artist, Pieter Bruegel. While we don’t know where he was born or even when he was born, what we do know is that his work is awesome.

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Mantegna and Bellini

Mantegna and Bellini each produced amazing works of art. This book delves into the relationship of their paintings to one another. Through captivating juxtapositions and insights, prepare to see these pieces with new eyes!

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Jean-Michel Basquiat

If you’re a fan of the underground, graffiti and the 1980’s New York art scene then your a fan of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Known also as SAMO in his heyday, this artist became synonymous with New York Art.

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Jeff Koons: A Retrospective

Controversial as he was amazing, Jeff Koons career what celebrated as much as it was debated. Journey through some of the artists best known and most talked about works in Jeff Koons: A Retrospective.

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John Singer Sargent: Figures and Landscapes

John Singer Sargent: Figures and Landscapes 1908–1913 gives readers a glimpse into some of the artist favorite people and places. With 299 works in oil, there’s plenty of John Singer Sargent art here to make you smile.

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Leonardo da Vinci. The Graphic Work

Leonardo da Vinci is a once in a lifetime artist, engineer and innovator. Leonardo da Vinci. The Graphic Work features this fact in 663 glorious sketches. Find out the genius that is da Vinci in this book.

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Hiroshige. One Hundred Famous Views of Edo

Meant to be as informative as they are beautiful, Coffee Table books hold a special place in our homes. Hiroshige. One Hundred Famous Views of Edo is the epitome of what a coffee table should be.

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Giovanni Bellini: The Art of Contemplation

If you are an admirer of Renaissance art then you’ll appreciate this extraordinary book. Giovanni Bellini: The Art of Contemplation, provides a lavish look into the artist acclaimed career and works.

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Goya: The Portraits

‘Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746–1828) was one of the greatest portraitists of his time’. Goya: The Portraits only provides evidence of this very true claim. Find out for yourself and get to know Goya.

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Correggio and Parmigianino: Art in Parma…

Italian art captivates us all! Focused on Parma in the 16th century this book will school you on Correggio and Parmigianino. Enjoy their story as well as a beautiful selection of their art within this book.

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Corot: Women

Wonder book that focuses on the women that Corot painted. Come face to face with these women as they gaze at you through the pages of this book. What are they thinking? Who were they? A small but stunning collection of work!

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Andy Warhol―From A to B and Back Again

Andy Warhol arguably put pop art on the map. He created groundbreaking art in a multitude of media. This ambitious book aims to take the reader through a comprehensive look at his entire collection of work.

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Anselm Kiefer: A Monograph

Anselm Kiefer: A Monograph examines the foundations of Kiefer’s work. It takes the reader on a journey to what it means to create German art in the aftermath of WW2. Chock full of 250 illustrations this book will transport you in time.

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Art in the Making: Rembrandt: New Edition

Published on the artist 400th birthday, Art in the Making: Rembrandt: New Edition celebrates the Dutch genius. Lose yourself in 21 of the artist paintings and examine what made this artists so special.

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Bouguereau and America

Bouguereau and America is an in depth look into the artists life. Explore William-Adolphe Bouguereau’s work in America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries in this richly illustrated book.

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Paul Rand: A Designer’s Art

Paul Rand: A Designer’s Art is considered one of the most important books illustrating the artists life work. Considered by many as one of the most important designers in the 20th century, this book shows why.

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XENOBLADE 2 Official Art Works

Are you a fanatic of Xenoblade? Good! The XENOBLADE 2 Official Art Works book is yet another in an ever growing set. If you don’t own one yet then you may want to ask yourself if you’re really a fan.

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The Art of C.G. Jung

Lavishly illustrated with over 200 pictures, your eyes will delight as you flip through The Art of C.G. Jung. It also contains 6 essays that give you an in depth look at the artist.

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Van Gogh: The Life

This book is like having a one on one with Van Gogh. Get into his head. Learn about his past, his mindset, everything. With beautiful pictures along the way, it’s the definitive biography of him.

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Ninth Street Women

Feel inspired as you learn about these five pioneering fierce women. Bursting the doors of the art world for themselves and all those women to follow after. They were the leading women in the modern art movement.

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Mike Hoffman Femme Fatales

You’ll love this book filled with over 100 illustrations of expertly drawn and scantily clad ladies. With that vintage feel it’s perfect for any collector. You may even want to try to draw your own!

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Adam Archer’s Art: book one: mature readers

Adam Archer’s Art: book one: mature readers gives readers access to his mind. Adam draws for a living and has worked for every comic book house you can imagine. Now get to see the characters that run through his mind.

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Girl Crazy: Art Of Michal Dutkiewicz

Michal Dutkiewicz is a as talented as they get when understanding and drawing the female figure. Don’t believe us, then check out the proof. Girl Crazy: Art Of Michal Dutkiewicz is that proof.

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M. C. Escher Pop-Ups

Ever wonder what M. C. Escher infinite and paradoxical works would be like in 3D? 3 words. Escher Pop-Ups. That’s right, M. C. Escher Pop-Ups brings the artists works to life with this 3D pop up book.

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Escher on Escher: Exploring the Infinite

Escher on Escher: Exploring the Infinite takes you into the paradox that is Escher. Providing an interesting look at the artists approach through illustrations and original commentary.

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Thomas Gainsborough

Do you know who Thomas Gainsborough is? If you don’t you should. Let this book show you why. With over 1,100 illustrated paintings of the British Master, you’ll become a fan in no time.

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The Art of Yoh Yoshinari Rough Sketches

If you’re a fan of Anime, then you’re familiar with Yoh Yoshinari. The Art of Yoh Yoshinari Rough Sketches combines fan art with a bit of instruction. Loaded with over 300 sketches, you’ll see how he does it.

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GUCCI: The Making Of

If you adore Gucci, then you’ll love this book. From essays, commentary and never before seen illustrations, this all access pass brings you everything GUCCI. GUCCI: The Making Of is celebration of the designers life.

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The Andy Warhol Diaries

Get into the mind of one of America’s most iconic artists, Andy Warhol. This book takes your from the mid- 1970’s to just before his death in 1987. Warhol has something to say about everyone who crossed his path.

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The Arts: A Visual Encyclopedia

This amazing book goes through the evolution of art through time in a visual manner that keeps everyone engaged. A must have for any child’s home library!

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Chihuly: An Artist Collects

Many know the great Chihuly for his masterful works in glass. Few of his admires know about the acclaimed artists other hobby, Art Collector. Chihuly: An Artist Collects shares the artist collection with the world.

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Art in Vienna 1898-1918

Art in Vienna would never be the same at the turn of the 19th century. Thanks to artists such as Klimt, Kokoschka and Schiele, the conservative establishment that once dominated, would be turned upside down.

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Portraits of Courage

Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors by George W. Bush (yes, that Bush!). For those that didn’t know, Former President Bush is a very good artists. His salute to U.S. soldiers is also a best seller!

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Van Gogh

Vincent Van Gogh, his life was an enigma and full of ironies. For a man who sold so few paintings during his life to becoming one of the most beloved and famous painters in history, his life and death are still mainstream today.

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Tom Ford

In his self titled book, Ford takes your through his legendary time at YSL and Gucci. Spanning a 10 years, it chronicles his time designing clothes and accessories at both iconic fashion houses.

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Louis Vuitton: The Birth of Modern Luxury

Starting by examining the lives of it’s first three leaders this book takes you though the invention of the modern trunk up through LV’s ready to wear line. Even automobile partnerships!

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Diego Rivera: The Complete Murals

It’s hard to find a more comprehensive book on the life and art of Diego Rivera than this one. Considered Mexico’s most important and controversial artists. His large murals often depicting social and political issues are still studied extensiveness today.

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Egon Schiele: The Complete Paintings 1909-1918

Though his life was short, he made an everlasting mark on the art world. A child prodigy and twisted trail blazer, his expressionist masterpieces are all here. Stunning and inspiring us, all at the same time.

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Dalí: The Paintings

He’s an icon and you’ve undoubtedly seen his work. From Realism to Surrealism, he can do it all. And it’s all in this book. There are even some rarely seen works of his that is sure to have you entranced.

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Jackson Pollock

This is an amazing biography that will take you through the inner workings of the great artist. You’ve seen his work, now understand his career, influences, and mindset.

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Cézanne: Metamorphoses

Filled with beautiful reproductions as well as essays, this book is a holistic view of Cezanne’s work. You’ll gain familiarity with his lesser known works as well in this thoughtfully organized book.

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Bernini

From the colonnade of St. Peter to the fountains in piazza Navona and piazza di Spagna, Rome wouldn’t look the same without him. Bernini to many was the father of Baroque Rome. This books illustrates the masters works like never before.

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Hokusai: beyond the Great Wave

With almost 300 illustrations, all focused on his later years, this book is unique. A master in his time, his personal beliefs are contemplated as you deep dive through his work.

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Edgar Payne The Scenic Journey

One critic called him a poet who sings in color, Edgar Payne painted the most unspeakably sublime landscapes. There are 125 reproductions in this book for your enjoyment. As well as rarely seen photographs from his travels.

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Rembrandt: The Painter at Work

Rembrandt: The Painter at Work is an exquisite collection of the legendary artists works. The rich illustrations in this amazing book showcases both the masters technique and intentions. So many amazing works in this one collection, sure to make any art lover happy.

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Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty

An icon in the fashion world, McQueen had us all entranced. From meshing Savile Row tailoring with haute coutoure techniques, he won the world over. This book examines his career from the start to the tragic end.

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Vermeer: The Complete Works

This book brings together the calm yet compelling scenes painted by the Dutch master. From portraits that inspired movies to those you may have yet to see. This is a beautiful collection.

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Rembrandt: His Life & Works in 500 Images

With 500 of his masterpieces in one book, this book is a fantastic biography both to read and see. Giving a detailed background of his life and his creative process, this comprehensive book takes you back in time.

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Hieronymus Bosch: Complete Works

Filled with fantastical detail and nightmarish detail that made him an icon, you’ll love flipping through this book. 500 years later, get into the mind of this great artist through stunning reproductions.

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Rembrandt: The Late Works

Said to be the his most inspiring years, this book focuses on the later years of this great master career. It’s filled with glorious reproductions of his work that he created from the mid 1650’s through his death.

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Michelangelo: Divine Draftsman and Designer

Take this with you to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Filled with 200 pieces of his work, you’ll get an in depth understanding of the mind and creative process.

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Velázquez: Complete Works XXL

Velázquez: Complete Works XXL is probably one of the best and most complete collections of the legends works. Velazquez has inspired so many artists it would be difficult to exclude him from histories most influential artists.

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Raphael: The Drawings

One of the most studied artists of his generation, Raphael is still intrigues art historians to this day. A collaboration between The Ashmolean Museum and the Albertina to further examine the masters drawings. This book explores the style, technique and approach, as well as the importance of the artists accomplishments.

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Botticelli

Botticelli, Botticelli, Botticelli! If you have a special place in your heart for this Florentine master then this book is for you. A celebration of the one of the Renaissance most notable and influencing artists. Now available in an updated and new edition.

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Raphael

Raphael, widely held in the same breath as Leonardo and Michelangelo, is a Renaissance master onto his own. Although a master of both architecture and painting this books focus is on the masters paintings and drawings. Very well put collection.

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Goya: Order & Disorder

Goya: Order & Disorder is a celebration of Francisco Goya one of Spain’s most important artists. Study this perfectionist of the human form. From his drafts, painting and prints, this rich collection of his work is truly a homage to the Spaniard.

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Leonardo da Vinci: Complete Paintings and…

What better way to enjoy the great master da Vincis’ and his works than this ultimate XL collection. One of the most comprehensive collections every put together, this book has everything the great Leonardo has to offer.

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Michelangelo Complete Works XL (XL Series)

If you’re looking for Michelangelo in XL, you’ve found him in XL! The title of this book says it all. It truly is the Complete Sculpture, Painting and Architectural works of the great master, Michelangelo.

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Van Gogh: Complete Works

Today Vincent van Gogh is considered one of the most important artist of the 19th century. During his life, rumor has it he only sold one painting. From tribulation to admiration his works endure. Now you can own them all in Van Gogh: Complete Works.

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Chihuly: Through the Looking Glass

Dale Chihuly is arguably the most famous glass artist since Louis Comfort Tiffany. Dale has elevated blown glass from delicate decorative object to groundbreaking fine art. This book takes you on a virtual tour of his amazing work.

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Picasso

This is the best Picasso coffee table book out there. Not just because of it’s contents but because you could actually add legs to this book and it could easily be your new coffee table.

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Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture, Painting…

If you’re looking for Michelangelo, you’ve found him. The title of this book says it all. Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture, Painting and Architectural works of the great master has it all.

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Monet or The Triumph of Impressionism

When you have a craving for impressionism only a few artist can satisfy a palate. Monet or The Triumph of Impressionism is a huge collection of the great artists work. All in an easy to carry book. Fantastic!

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Bob Ross’ New Joy of Painting

Celebrity artist Bob Ross has been sharing his ‘Joy of Painting’ both through his television show and books for years. This third rendition is another great collection of Bobs favorite landscapes… in all of Bobs happy splendor.

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Caravaggio: The Complete Works

You want to learn about the bad boy of Italian painting? Did you know that caravaggio was violent in temper, precise in technique, and a man on the run? Check out his masterpieces in this book!

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Chanel: Collections and Creations

Hey Fashionista, you know you want to thumb through this lush book. The house of Chanel opens its private archives, revealing brilliant designs created by Coco Chanel from 1920 onwards.

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Chihuly: 365 Days

This book follows glass artist, Dale Chihuly over his four decade long career. It contains over 500 pictures showing all facets of his work. This beautiful book won’t disappoint.

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Edward Hopper: The Art and The Artist

Edward Hopper: The Art and The Artist takes a look at one of the Twentieth Centuries most recognized artists. Paintings such as House by the Railroad, Early Sunday Morning, and Nighthawks are all icons of the Realists painters career.

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Gustav Klimt: Complete Paintings XL

If you like Gustav Klimt, then Gustav Klimt: Complete Paintings XL is the book for you. All of the 19th century Viennese masters major works, archival access, letters and commentary will sure to make you smile.

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Happy Little Accidents: The Wit & Wisdom of Bob…

Ever made a mistake? Sure you have. It was Bob Ross’ inspirational words that there are no such things as mistakes but rather Happy Little Accidents. This Book is a tribute to those calming words.

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A Big Important Art Book

Ever wonder “where are all the women artists” in a museum? This book celebrates over two dozen amazing female artists. Each chapter provides the reader with an exercise to help them perfect their craft. An inspirational book for all.

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Annie Leibovitz: Portraits 2005-2016

In this collection, Leibovitz has captured the most influential and compelling figures of the last decade. Each photograph shows contemporary culture with an artist’s eye, & an uncanny ability to personalize each subject.

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