Seminar explores Florentine artist Michelangelo Buonarroti’s (1475-1564) long and vibrant career by focusing on his techniques, patrons, innovative style, unparalleled influence, and fame. Sculptor, painter, draftsman, architect, poet, engineer, politician, and exile, Michelangelo mastered multiple roles during his lifetime. Special emphasis is placed on interpreting primary sources to understand his life and works in their original contexts, and to analyze the powerful myth crafted around the artist’s persona. Students present reports, usually on site, on Michelangelo’s major artworks as well as his poetry and letters.
Registration restriction: Priority given to art history majors, then minors.
This course has an associated course fee. See the Course Fees webpage for more information.
Departments: Art & Music Histories, History of Art
Location: Florence
Credits: 3