Study day: Millet, Manet & Courbet - revolutionaries of realism
Explore Realism in the nineteenth century, focusing on Manet as its key example, considering such issues as social and political change, formal and subject developments, theoretic interests and artistic influences.
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In this one-day course we will study the Realist movement as it emerged in the nineteenth century and the artists involved, such as Courbet and Millet. We will consider the challenges in presented to academic tradition and the establishment. Manet’s seminal modernism will be our focus. Through analysis of his paintings we will chart his innovations, and consider his influence on the future of art looking at the work of some of those he influenced, including Degas & Caillebotte.
What will we cover?
• The development of Realism and its relationship with the art establishment • The controversial canvases of artists such as Courbet and Manet focusing on social, and political context • The influence of Charles Baudelaire.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Explain the evolution of nineteenth-century Realism and identify its characteristics • Discuss the subject matters of Realist paintings in relation to the historic moment • Assess the significance of Realist artists in relation to artistic tradition and development.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for all levels.
You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You might wish to bring a notebook. You might wish to buy some of the books on any reading list given out in class.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
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Dr Rachel Sanders received her MA and PhD in History of Art from University College, London. She has taught at a number of institutions and currently lectures on the history of art and design at City Lit and Oxford Brookes University. Her research interest is early twentieth-century American political paintings and cartoons. She has published a number of articles on her research specialism and is currently writing a book on New Masses magazine.
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