This unit will examine aspects of medieval art from Charlemagne to the beginnings of Gothic (Chartres)in an historical context. The focus will be on choices of architectural design, style and iconography, materials and techniques of production, lay and ecclesiastical patronage, and regional influences. Areas of special study may include the Carolingian and Ottonian "renaissances", Romaneque architecture and the convergence of Christian and Islamic influences in Spain, Sicily and the Crusader states. Illuminated manuscripts, silver and ivories will receive as much attention as church architecture, frescoes and sculpture.

Tutorial presentation: 30%; Takehome Visual Test: 30%; Essay 40%.

Introduction to Art History ARTH1002 and Introduction to Modern Art ARTH1003 or permission of the Convenor.

(There are NO prescribed texts).

Beckwith, J., "Early Medieval Art: Carolingian, Ottonian, Romanesque", Thames & Hudson;

Hall, J.,  "Dictionary of Subjects and Symbols in Art".