ARTH 440: RS: Advanced Studies in Renaissance and Baroque Art

ARTH 440-001: Sexuality, Gender, and Art in the Renaissance
(Fall 2013)

04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R

Research Hall 201

Section Information for Fall 2013

This seminar investigates how the visual arts shaped gender identities and notions of sexuality in early modern Europe. We will consider topics such as: the opportunities and constraints faced by women artists; the female body as the object of the gaze; ideals of masculinity and femininity in portraiture; the archetypes of male and female virtues and vices; and the similarities and differences between male and female artistic patronage. Through readings, discussions, and writing assignments, students will examine how gender roles were constructed and naturalized (and sometimes challenged) in Renaissance and Baroque art. This course will be offered as ARTH 440 and 599. Taking the course on the graduate level will require extra work but all students will be expected to fully participate in discussions.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Studies a particular aspect of Renaissance or baroque art. Topics may be monographic, thematic, or concentrated on the art of a smaller time period or a particular area. Notes: May be repeated for credit when topic is different. May be repeated within the term.
Specialized Designation: Research/Scholarship Intensive, Topic Varies, Writing Intensive in Major
Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 302 and 6 credits in Art History at the 300 level, or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lec/Sem #1, Lec/Sem #2, Lec/Sem #3, Lec/Sem #4, Lec/Sem #5, Lec/Sem #6, Lec/Sem #7, Lec/Sem #8, Lec/Sem #9, Sem/Lec #10, Sem/Lec #11, Sem/Lec #12, Sem/Lec #13, Sem/Lec #14, Sem/Lec #15, Sem/Lec #16, Sem/Lec #17, Sem/Lec #18, Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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