Description
Full course title: Scripture and Christian Visual Arts: The Counter-Reformation to the Present
An overview of the development of the visual arts within and outside of Christian communities from the mid 15th century through the current period with an emphasis on western Christianity. Attention will be given to images, scenes, and symbols that emerge to express theological realities and convictions within varied social contexts. Questions of patronage, politics, and public visibilty are asked alongside those of materials, artists, technique, and "visual exegesis" of stories and images from Scripture.