Medieval Art: Late Medieval (320-3-1)

Instructors

Christina E Normore

Meeting Info

Kresge Cent. Hall 2-380 Kaplan: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

From the towering heights of Chartres and Amiens to the pages of personalized manuscripts, late medieval architecture and art were vital forces within a rapidly changing world. This course investigates European artistic production from the rise of Gothic architecture in the Ile-de-France in the mid-twelfth century to the end of the Middle Ages. Special attention will be given to the role of the senses in the search for knowledge, the complex interactions between European and other cultures made visible in their artistic production, the motivations behind the technical developments showcased in the great cathedrals and decorative arts, and the changing status of the artist.

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Literature and Arts Foundational Discipline
SoC Humanities and Fine Arts Distro
SoC Individual and Social Behavior Distro