Gwybodaeth Modiwlau

The module focuses on the theory and practice of art in Italy 1300-1700. It examines specific works of Italian painting, sculpture and architecture in relation to literature of the period presented in the form of treatises, letters, eye-witness accounts and biographies. In many cases theoretical writings by artists can be studied in terms of how this thinking helped to shape the works of art they made. The influence of these theoretical texts will also be studied in the work of other artists who read them. Contemporary accounts and documents will provide valuable insight into the complex and often opposing system of forces at work in Italy during this period. Elsewhere it will be necessary to look at modern-day accounts of artistic theory in Italy (1300-1700). In many cases a lecture dealing with a specific work of painting or sculpture will be presented in the form of a 'case study' and reinforced by a related seminar on theory, according to the schedule outlined below:

This module covers the Renaissance, Mannerist and Baroque periods of Italian art history. It explores art and theory of the period and is designed to meet the needs of students of Fine Art, Art History and Museum and Gallery Studies.