Information about the title: From the Middle Ages to Postmodernism - this standard work provides students with a comprehensive overview of the history of visual arts and architecture. Through 79 examples from European art from 1200 to the present, a central artistic problem of each era is presented in a way that is accessible to students. Diverse and illustrative visual material facilitates engagement with art historical theory. Tasks at the end of each chapter encourage students to delve deeper into the subject matter (including interdisciplinary connections). The textbook introduces the fundamental concepts of artistic perception. The glossary with explanations of technical terms and short biographies supports independent study. At the end of the book, there are numerous suggestions for creative assignments that encourage students to engage in hands-on exploration.