Teatime talks: The varied styles of the Italian Renaissance: through the lens of Pontormo and Masaccio
An in-depth online discussion about two artists that represent to different styles of the Italian Renaissance, but who may have more in common than we think.
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Masaccio (1401-1428) and Pontormo (1494-1557) are two of the most distinctive artists that emerged during the Italian Renaissance. They were both innovators and imaginative in their treatment of religious subjects. There is Masaccio, the fresco painter of the early 15th century, known for his painting of single-point perspective, blond haired apostles and the clarity with which he paints narrative. By contrast there is Pontormo, the so-called Mannerist painter, who only eat eggs (according to Vasari), but who was a superb painter of bright pink, strange body gestures and positions and above all enigmatic in approach. Both artists can yield interesting discussions as they defy some of the artistic trends we associate with the classical model as a definition of the Italian Renaissance.
What will we cover?
• Consider in detail Masaccio’s work for the Brancacci Chapel in Florence as a case study • Consider the work of Pontormo in Florence, as well as his haunting Visitation at Carmignano • Evaluate whether there are any features of comparison in their art.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
•Identify the appearance and style of the work of both Masaccio and Pontormo •Consider the work of both artists in relation to the styles we associate with them - Renaissance and Mannerism •Consider if there are any stylistic and/or aesthetic connections in their art •Learn how to analyse a selection of paintings by these artists and see the function of close-reading of images by two artists together.
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. This course takes place on Zoom. Please be familiar with or be willing to learn how to operate elements of Zoom, specifically camera, microphone and chat functions. For more on how our online learning works, please click here.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will be taught online with slide presentations and group discussions.
Please note: this is a live lecture course and will not be recorded for playback for reasons of copyright, digital infrastructure and data protection.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You might wish to purchase a notebook for taking notes. You might wish to buy some of the books on any reading list provided.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Introduction to the Italian Renaissance
Hieronymus Bosch and Pieter Breughel - wondrous artists and their legacy
Emma Rose Barber is an art historian who has been teaching adults for over 25 years. She specialises in the visual culture of the Middle Ages and the Italian and Northern Renaissance. She has also taught classes on British art and has designed many different courses such as Last Suppers in Florence and Bosch, Breughel and the Surrealists. She has also given lectures on Women and Art. She used to run the history of art department at the British Institute in Florence and works for many institutions such as the Open University, Morley College and the department of continuing education at the University of Oxford. Her book – 111 Churches that you Shouldn’t Miss in London - is coming out in the autumn of 2020. She has spent the last five years with a Mini A-Z looking for churches to write about, many of which can be found on her blog – https://theitinerantchurchgoer.wordpress.com/. She is also writing a Cultural History of Wayfaring and writes articles for Selvedge Magazine.
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Both artists can yield interesting discussions as they defy some of the artistic trends we associate with the classical model as a definition of the Italian Renaissance.An in-depth online discussion about two artists that represent to different styles of the Italian Renaissance, but who may have more in common than we think.• Consider in detail Masaccio’s work for the Brancacci Chapel in Florence as a case study<br>• Consider the work of Pontormo in Florence, as well as his haunting Visitation at Carmignano<br>• Evaluate whether there are any features of comparison in their art.•Identify the appearance and style of the work of both Masaccio and Pontormo<br>•Consider the work of both artists in relation to the styles we associate with them - Renaissance and Mannerism<br>•Consider if there are any stylistic and/or aesthetic connections in their art<br>•Learn how to analyse a selection of paintings by these artists and see the function of close-reading of images by two artists together.<p>This course is suitable for all levels.</p><p>You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. 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