A winged headless goddess from the third century; a gigantic tube of toothpaste; a tribal mask; a Buddha of solid gold
- these are some of the creations featured in this book of sculptures that children will be able to learn from whilst having fun. Children naturally respond to shape size texture & colour & will hugely enjoy this close look at thirteen of the world's most fascinating sculptures including works by Michelangelo Rodin Giacometti & Bourgeois. Shaped from wood stone metal & plastic these artworks tell us much about the culture in which they were created. Each page is filled with colourful photographs & accessible information about the work the artist who created it & the world in which it was made. Various games & puzzles enhance this introduction to three-dimensional masterpieces which is certain to whet its young readers' appetites for more.