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Archive of over 12 million full-text articles, books, images (additional resources now included from Artstor), and primary sources in 75 disciplines. Limited recent content.
An authoritative resource for art history, offering access to articles, images, and bibliographies on artists, movements, and art-related topics from around the world.
This resource is the authority on all aspects of the visual arts, containing peer-reviewed articles featuring artists, architects, craftsmen, patrons, movements, locations, and periods, as well as bibliographies for further research. Searchable images are made available through Oxford's partnerships with museums, galleries, and other outstanding arts organizations such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Other art reference works include the Encyclopedia of Aesthetics, The Oxford Companion to Western Art, and The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Art Terms. Free learning resources include subject guides, timelines, and resources for educators designed by the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
As of August 1, 2024, the database Artstor has been retired. Artstor content is now available at its new home on JSTOR.
Check out the Artstor on JSTOR welcome page to learn more. Visit the Artstor on JSTOR LibGuide for support, or jump right in with an image search.