The groundbreaking survey, showcasing 500 of the greatest American artists, now updated in an essential new edition
Fully revised and updated, this new edition of Phaidon’s seminal volume The American Art Book provides a comprehensive visual guide to the artists, movements, and masterpieces that have shaped American art. The book features hundreds of color images, concise artist biographies, and insightful commentary, making it an accessible introduction as well as a valuable reference for art lovers.
Because this book brings together the diversity and innovation of American art in one beautifully designed volume. It is ideal for readers who want to explore the breadth of creativity across the United States, from early works to contemporary trends.
• Editor: Phaidon Editors
• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Publication Date: November 5, 2025
• Format: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9781837290192
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Featured artists include: Ansel Adams, Josef Albers, Diane Arbus, Ruth Asawa, Richard Avedon, Matthew Barney, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Romare Bearden, Alexander Calder, Vija Celmins, Frederic Edwin Church, John Singleton Copley, Gregory Crewdson, Helen Frankenthaler, Jared French, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Robert Gwathmey, Keith Haring, Barkley L. Hendricks, Jenny Holzer, Arthur Jafa, Joshua Johnson, Henrietta Johnston, Alex Katz, Gaston Lachaise, Jacob Lawrence, Edmonia Lewis, Maya Lin, Man Ray, Ana Mendieta, Senga Nengudi, Nam June Paik, Jackson Pollock, Robert Rauschenberg, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Andy Warhol, and Carrie Mae Weems
Advisors include: Aleesa Pitchamarn Alexander, Kathleen Ash-Milby, Horace D. Ballard, David Breslin, Mel Buchanan, JR Henneman, Rujeko Hockley, Jonathan D. Katz, Franklin Kelly, Harper Montgomery, Lowery Stokes Sims, Juliet Sperling, Bradley Sumrall, and Leslie Umberger