Search & Find

If you need background information from an encyclopedia or dictionary, explore the library resources listed below.

Oxford Art Online
This is a place to begin your research on general art topics. The scope of coverage is unrivaled by any other art historical reference work, either in print or online. Compiled over a period of 15 years, it represents the work of more than 6,800 scholars from around the world, each writing on his or her own specialist field of study.

The Oxford Art portal provides searching of the Grove's Dictionary of Art, The Oxford Companion to Western Art, Encyclopedia of Aesthetics and The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Art Terms. Thematic timelines and learning resources are also provided.

Encyclopedia of World Art
This series of 17 print encyclopedias is a great reference resource for art around the world.

Dictionary of subjects and symbols in art by James Hall
N7560 .H34 2007   Science-Engineering Library

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Explore the following UA Library Subject Guide for historical background on your topic.

Latin American History