Christian Art & Iconography

Catalog description

Taught by DSPT. The course offers a survey of the images, architecture, and iconography of Christian art. Moving from the basic framework of Christian art history, students are invited and challenged to explore in depth, central Christian subjects which include figures such as Jesus, the Madonna, the Apostles and the Angels. Emerging themes of Art History and/or Archaeology will be the focus of the predominantly lecture format of the class. Participant evaluations will include short quizzes, and an account of a visit to a local, subject related museum. The final assessment will enable the participant to choose between the submission of a research paper or the creation of an original work of art. Attendance at all classes is mandatory (with one absence only permitted)