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Book covers using licensed imagery from Bridgeman Art Library in 2011-12

Barbie recreates artistic masterpieces

How does Barbie compare with the models who inspired the old masters? French artist Jocelyne Grivaud re-created famous artworks using the Mattel doll.

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The fall of Rome... and Berlusconi

We love this Economist cover featuring c19th painting of decadent Rome as re-imagined Bunga Bunga party. Artistic license at its best!

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Better to give than receive

Bridgeman illustration of Andrew Carnegie used in festive edition of Big Issue for feature on philanthropists.

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Publishers have taken advantage of Bridgeman's cultural image resource for a myriad of beautiful book jacket covers designed in 2011. From educational to classic literature, modern fiction and coffee table art books, a diverse range of images from the spectrum of art history have been licensed to capture the imaginations of readers of the thrilling tales and visual splendour that lie within.

Looking for an image for a project? Let our expert picture researchers do the work for you. Inital searches are free. Email sales@bridgemanart.co.uk

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