ART 326-01, Northern Renaissance Art, Spring 2011

Abstract

This course will investigate Northern Renaissance art of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, concentrating on painting. Students will be introduced to the major artists, subjects, and stylistic developments during this time period. Additional emphasis will be placed on issues such as iconography, stylistic developments, social context, patronage, techniques, and recent developments in the field. Students will also be introduced to current research methods appropriate for art historical inquiry. Students are expected to actively participate in the course through regular attendance, class discussions, outside readings, and completion of all assignments.