European Paintings: From Leonardo to Rembrandt to Goya
Explore the concerns represented via the art of painting by learning about the inspired work of the finest European painters from around 1400 to 1800. The works of Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio, Velázquez, Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Goya are included in this large time period. During this time, painters were interested in topics such as the pursuit of beauty, the pleasures and sufferings of love, the display of power and prestige, and men and women's relationships to the divine and to nature. In artworks from this time period, you may see evidence of the birth of the contemporary mind-set and viewpoint on subjects such as the roles of women and men in the world.
The photographs of paintings by the artists included in the course curriculum are the subject of this course. The conversations that will take place in the "course forum" will provide you the opportunity to debate a wider variety of topics.
What you'll learn:
- Learn to recognize paintings by the artists included in the course as well as the qualities of art from this era.
- Discover how a work of art may be perceived in a multitude of ways.
- Learn how to create a critical mindset and a personal point of view when it comes to art history.
- Learn the terminology and concepts essential to comprehend art history and to continue studying it in the future.
- Learn to make sense of life and your experiences in the world by using your knowledge of art history.
Duration: Estimated 7 weeks (2–3 hours per week)
Fee: free (optional upgrade available)
Self-paced: Progress at your own speed
Enroll here: https://www.edx.org/course/european-paintings-from-leonardo-to-rembrandt-to-g
