This new book presents in a small and modern format 500 masterpieces of the Louvre.

The artworks are presented by category, representing the different departments of this vast museum: Oriental Antiquities, Greek, Etruscan and Roman Antiquities, Objets d'Art, Sculpture and Paintings (including drawings). Each masterpiece is reproduced on a full page and accompanied by a concise and informative description. A full index allows the reader to find the works and the artists.

A new format to discover the treasures of the biggest and richest museum in the world. Visually stimulating, an interesting and informative read, this book is perfect for art lovers.