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Identical coursesArt History from 1860 (B-KUL-F0BB8A)
Aims
For 'Art History from 1860’ students can:
- describe and explain the different art branches and their materiality;
- explain the sequence and simultaneity of art movements;
- recognise and name a number of important works (and any names of craftsmen/artists);
- analyse important works and indicate their characteristics;
- analyse and explain the differences between important works (and stylistic movements);
- situate important works in their cultural-historical context.
For 'Art History from 1860: close study' students can:
- apply and deepen their stylistic and chronological knowledge and insight to a particular art-historical theme;
- highlight the material-technical aspects (only if the topic allows it);
- use visual, cultural-historical, anthropological and literary sources to interpret the theme;
- explain the philosophical, ethical and social functions of the theme.
Previous knowledge
- general interest in the visual arts of the indicated period
- students have the necessary visual and historical interest and are willing to refine it
- passive knowledge of English and French
Order of Enrolment
This course unit is a prerequisite for taking the following course units:
F0JD6A : Art Criticism
Is included in these courses of study
- Bachelor of Art History (Leuven) 180 ects.
- Bachelor of Philosophy (Leuven) (Minor Liberal Arts, French) 180 ects.
- Bachelor of Philosophy (Leuven) (Minor Liberal Arts, German) 180 ects.
Activities
4 ects. Art History from 1860 (B-KUL-F0BB8a)
Content
The course gives an overview of the visual arts with a focus on the Western tradition.
Course material
- PowerPoints with images on Toledo
- syllabus available through course service Mecenas
- a list of recommended literature is available on Toledo
Format: more information
Students are expected to actively attend classes and take notes.
Is also included in other courses
2 ects. Art History from 1860: Close Study (B-KUL-F0BB9a)
Content
The content of this part of the course may vary per series of lectures and will depend on current developments in research. The focus can be thematic and explore a certain topic throughout the development of art or can be centered around a certain period or art branch. If possible, the focus will be linked to current art events (exhibitions, congresses, ...).
Course material
- -PowerPoints with images on Toledo
- reader on Toledo
Format: more information
Students are expected to actively attend classes and take notes.
Evaluation
Evaluation: Art History from 1860 (B-KUL-F2BB8a)
Explanation
Written exam consisting of an essay question, two concept questions and an image question:
- question 1 (10/20) is an extensive essay question concerning the totality of the course materials (e.g. evolution question on the basis of a theme or a certain angle of approach)
- question 2 (5/20) questions an aspect addressed in the 2 ECTS part of the course
- question 3 (5/20) is an image analysis question concerning the totality of the course materials (a comparison of two images)
Information about retaking exams
The modalities are identical in the third examination session.