ARTHIST 345
The Art of Majesty: Tudors and Stuarts
Please note: this is archived course information from 2019 for ARTHIST 345.
Description
Considers the role of art, architecture and material goods in communicating magnificence and legitimising political power in Tudor and Stuart England. From royal palaces to rich garments, portraits to jewellery, this course highlights how such material culture was deeply political. Coverage includes Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, Anne of Denmark and Charles I and artists and architects such as Hans Holbein, Marcus Gheeraerts, Anthony van Dyck and Inigo Jones.
Availability 2019
Not taught in 2019
Lecturer(s)
TBA
Points
ARTHIST 345: 15 points
Prerequisites
15 points at Stage II in Art History and 60 points passed
Restrictions
ARTHIST 245