Models, images and powers in Medieval art, from the Suevic Kingdom to the transition to Gothic

General characterization

Prerequisites

N/A

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Teaching method

Theoretical-practical sessions, with a first part devoted to the theoretical framework of a topic, presented by the professor, followed by the public discussion of a study case based on the previous work of students, reading and preparing texts and suggested materials.

Evaluation method

Evaluation method

Written Essay (along with oral presentation) - 50.0%

Active participation in the sessions - 50.0%

Subject matter

I. Introduction

Image Theory. The medieval image. Material and visual culture.

Power theory. Power in the Middle Ages

II. Power and visual culture in the Middle Ages

Visual culture and institutional power

Visual culture, power and social class

Visual culture, power and gender

III. Medieval(izing) visual culture in modern and contemporary times

Medieval(izing) visual culture between the 16th and 19th centuries

Medieval(izing) visual culture in the 20th century.

Medieval(izing) visual culture in the 21st century

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