This sweeping compendium of world art offers a fresh perspective on its history from 28,000 B.C. to the present day. A thousand masterworks of art are organized chronologically over more than 1,000 pages, demonstrating what was simultaneously being created all over the globe and inviting readers to make comparisons between cultures. Each work has been chosen for its unique place in the history of art, and as a representative example of the art of its culture. Inside, you’ll find the “Venus de Milo” next to a mural from the Mayan civilization, and Velázquez’ “Las Meninas” mingling with a Ming Dynasty period painting, an Indian jade wine cup, a ritual Nepalese plaque, a Korean portrait and Vermeer’s “Milkmaid.” Each entry includes a color image of the work paired with concise text explaining its contribution to the development of art and the medium in which it was created. A comprehensive index, illustrated timelines and a glossary of terms and movements make 30,000 Years of Art an invaluable reference tool.