Introduction Course Art History

The Introduction to Art History course offers a wonderful insight into the history of Western art, taught from the 17th-century canal house of the Vrije Academie. In a chronological overview you discover 2500 years of art and its impact on society. Along the way, remarkable stories await.

Through ten engaging lectures with teacher Peter Wagemakers, you will explore the major periods of art history, from classical antiquity and the Renaissance to modern and contemporary art. Discover the artists, ideas, and historical events that shaped these movements. Alongside famous masterpieces, you will encounter fascinating anecdotes, surprising facts, and fresh perspectives on famous works you may think you already know.

Why did the Romans copy Greek sculptures? Who was the woman behind the Mona Lisa? How did Monet paint outdoors, and what makes Mondrian’s work so compelling? You will also explore the questions that drive artists from today. Ready to see art with new eyes? Join us and discover the stories, ideas, and masterpieces that have shaped our world.

Greek art | Roman art | Early Christian and Byzantine art | Medieval art | Renaissance | Baroque and Rococo | Neoclassicism and Romanticism | Realism, Impressionism, Symbolism | Modern art | Contemporary art and architecture up to approx. 2017

• 10 lectures.
• Price includes digital syllabus. When registering, you can also order a printed syllabus for €11.95 (incl. shipping costs).
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• You will receive your confirmation of participation with all information by email 7 days before the start.
• Includes weekly admission entrance for Bar Vasari and Art Zoo museum.