Illustrated History in 21 Animals – serie

From the bejewelled Byzantines to the grunge era of the 1990s, A History of Fashion in 21 Cats takes the most iconic eras in fashion history and distils each of them into quirkily illustrated cat form. Taking inspiration from the designers who set the trends and the legends who wore them, as well as placing each style into its fascinating historical context, each moggy maven comes with a breakdown of the key features that defined the era so we can understand what makes them so distinctive. Taking in a diverse range of cultures, the history spans the ancient Egyptians to the grunge era of the 1990s, taking in Early African fashion and the Edo era up to Rockabilly, Hollywood glamour and Harajuku styles.Illustrated by art-lover and animal enthusiast Nia Gould, A History of Fashion in 21 Cats is a stunningly stylish companion to A History of Art in 21 Cats and A History of Portraits in 21 Dogs.Also available in the series:9781910552902 A History of Art in 21 Cats9781915751270 A History of Portraits in 21 Dogs

Art history has been given a fun feline makeover. Discover the basics of important art movements through a host of beautifully illustrated cats, each one inspired by a specific period in art history. From Surrealism to Cubism, Abstract Expressionism to Ancient Egyptian art, these creative cats will introduce you to key themes and provide you with all of the inspiration you need if you want to create your own version.Each illustrated cat comes with an overview of the art movement that it represents, plus a breakdown of the cats features, explaining the relevance of each. Accompanied by fun, informative captions, each element - from faces and fur to patterns, shapes and colours - provides a quirky, accessible insight into the history of art.More than just a reference book, A History of Art in 21 Cats is perfect for art enthusiasts and cat lovers alike.