Renowned art critic and historian John Ruskin offers a unique and engaging approach to art education in this seminal work from the 19th century. By studying and critiquing a variety of artistic examples, from Greek pottery to Gothic architecture, Ruskin provides readers with the tools they need to appreciate and understand great art. This classic resource is a must-have for art students, educators, and enthusiasts alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.