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107-063 Watteau and 18th Century Art 1700-1770 | |
Credit Points | 12.5 |
HECS Band | 1 |
Coordinator | Assoc Prof David Marshall |
Prerequisites | Usually 12.5 points of first year art history, see Prerequisites, or first year European studies, see Prerequisites. |
Semester | 2 (view timetable) |
Contact | A 1.5-hour lecture and a 1-hour tutorial per week |
Subject Description | This subject examines the art of the period 1700-1770 in Europe, (especially France and Italy, but including Britain and Germany), by exploring the various manifestations of the Rococo, including aspects of the Neoclassical reaction against it. Artists considered include Watteau, Chardin, Boucher, Tiepolo, Batoni, Panini, and Mengs. Particular emphasis is placed on the decorative arts, including interior decoration, chinoiserie, collections and installations of paintings. Other themes include Rococo patrons, the Grand Tour, and South German Rococo architecture. Students should become familiar with the styles, techniques, and history of painting, sculpture and architecture in Italy in the 18th century. |
Assessment | An essay of 2000 words and a 2-hour exam. |
Prescribed Texts | A subject reader will be available. |
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