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Artstor: Using Artstor Image Database

How to use the Artstor database

Use Artstor

How to Use Artstor

Artstor FAQs

Why can't I save an image in Artstor?
You must create a free account and login to your account to save images in Artstor. You can still search Artstor without an account.

Why won't an image open when I click on it?
There are a couple of things that can cause this problem. The suggestions below fix most of them.

Why can't I find the image I want in Artstor?
Although Artstor includes about a million images, not all works of art are included in Artstor. Don't give up if you don't find a specific work on your first search, though! The search terms you use make a difference. If a work of art has more than one name, search for both, or try searching for the artist's name instead. 

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