The book "A Guide to the Historical Development of Art: From Prehistoric Times to the Classical Period, the Early Christian Era; With Special Emphasis on Architecture, Sculpture, Painting, and Ornamentation" by Gustavus George Zerffy reveals to the reader a unique panorama of the development of art from the earliest times to the beginning of the early Christian era. This book examines the influence of different historical periods on the development of architecture, sculpture, painting and ornamentation, which allows the reader to gain a full knowledge of art in different times. Thanks to the detailed descriptions of the illustrations and the highlighting of key aspects of each era, the book creates an opportunity to imagine the aesthetic culture of past centuries and understand its significance for the present.