World Painting. XII-XVI centuries

What makes painting great? Not only skill but also the ability to speak to the viewer across centuries.

Nina Getashvili – writer, candidate of art studies, associate professor, educator. Honorary member of the Russian Academy of Arts, author of books and albums on art. Her book "World Painting" invites you on an unforgettable journey through the galleries of human history and emotions.

You will see iconic paintings that have become symbols of entire eras, learn about their past hidden beneath layers of paint and centuries of patina. Discover what inspired the geniuses and what events and personal dramas left their mark on their creations. Immerse yourself in the study of the main styles and movements, uncover unique features of national art schools, and trace the evolution of the perception of beauty, emotions, and humanity itself.