FIA400.3 : The Black Death & Medieval Art: Catastrophes & Cultural Change
Description:
During a dynamic time of transition between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, Florence and Siena emerged as international superpowers. Then came the so-called “Black Death”, a terrible plague which wiped out one-half to two-thirds of the population of major European cities. Through the study of painting and sculpture from 1260 to 1380, this course examines how reactions to the medieval plague may have been reflected in the art of the period. It also draws parallels between modern day disasters and disease - from the onset of Aids to the recent devastation of 9/11- in considering the theory that a catastrophe can effect the evolution of art. The course includes day trips to Padua, Siena/San Gimignano and Pisa as well as local site visits. A course-related fee will be billed from Syracuse (2008-09 fee = $350).
Pre-req: at least one course in art history or in any aspect of Renaissance history or culture or consent of the instructor required.
Available Locations:
Italy
Semester(s) Offered:
Offered: Spring, Fall
Credits:
3
Department:
Fine Arts
