{"title":"Alix Pare","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlix Paré explores the rich intersections of art and society, shedding light on captivating themes such as \u003cem\u003ethe portrayal of cats\u003c\/em\u003e and the nuanced roles of \u003cem\u003ewomen in art\u003c\/em\u003e. Her works invite readers to consider both the aesthetic and cultural dimensions that shape artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e genre, Paré’s books blend insightful analysis with engaging storytelling, perfect for anyone keen to deepen their understanding of art’s impact on our world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cats-in-art-by-alix-pare-9781962098052","title":"Cats in Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFascinating, informative, compelling, memorable\u003c\/em\u003e —Midwest Book Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnravel the symbolic significance and creative influence of cats in art history through a curated collection of masterpieces, enhanced by timelines, maps, graphs, and quotes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that, until the Middle Ages, people were wary of half-domestic, half-wild animals? That cats evoked laziness, cruelty, greed, and even lust? And that \"having a cat's nose\" was a serious physical defect at the time?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cat traverses the history of civilizations and the history of art. Its symbolism fluctuates: revered in ancient Egypt, assimilated to Satan in medieval religious painting, companion to the free and independent artist in the 19th century. Throughout the pages, explore the works of Lorenzo Lotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Francisco de Goya, Auguste Renoir, Pierre Bonnard, Fernand Léger, Balthus, Andy Warhol, and more. Inside, you’ll find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA precise selection of essential and unexpected works\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear visual cues: timelines, maps, graphs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA variety of sidebars: anecdotes, background information, influences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCats in Art\u003c\/em\u003e by Alix Pare is a compelling journey through the intersection of feline allure and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602858688748,"sku":"9781962098052","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781962098052-cats-in-art.jpg?v=1778048563"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/alix-pare.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}