The Art of the Late Roman Empire

Course Title: The Art of the Late Roman Empire
Course Headline: Foundations of Pre-Modern Western European Art History

🎉 Unlock the Secrets of Ancient Masters with Dr. Lily Filson!

Course Description:

Dive into the captivating world of The Art of the Late Roman Empire, where we will explore the transformative period that laid the groundwork for art history in Pre-Modern Western Europe. This course is a voyage through time, uncovering the shifts in content and appearance that characterized artworks from this pivotal era.

Why Take This Course?

• Understand Historical Context: Discover how the Late Roman Empire's art reflects the complex social, political, and religious changes of its time.
• Appreciate Artistic Techniques: Learn about the Hellenistic standards in artwork and the evolution of visual arts from naturalism to stylized conventions.
• Explore Iconic Styles: Analyze the use of contrapposto and shading techniques that have influenced Western art for centuries.
• Trace the Influence: Follow the spread of Late Roman artistic styles across Europe, North Africa, and the Near East.
• Historical Impact: Understand how the 'de-sophistication' of forms, perspective, and depth of field in the Late Roman Empire set the tone for Medieval art.

What You'll Learn:

• The assimilation of Hellenistic standards into Roman art.
• The importance of human form depiction and its three-dimensional representation.
• The significance of contrapposto in classical and later art forms.
• The evolution of visual arts from naturalism to stylized conventions.
• The influence of Late Roman artwork on subsequent artistic periods, including the Medieval era.

Course Outline:

1. The Legacy of Hellenistic Art: We'll begin by understanding how Hellenistic art influenced the Roman Empire and set the standards for artistic representation.

2. Art in the Age of Transition: Explore how artists adapted to new social and religious norms, altering the content and style of their work.

3. Techniques and Styles: Learn about the techniques used to create the illusion of depth on two-dimensional surfaces, such as walls, mosaics, and marble paneling.

4. The Spread of Influence: Trace the diffusion of Late Roman artistic styles beyond Rome's borders into distant regions like South Arabia and East Africa.

5. Late Antiquity and Its Legacy: Examine how the art of late antiquity influenced conventional forms of artwork that endured through the Medieval period.

🎓 Join Dr. Lily Filson on this intellectual journey and unravel the intricate tapestry of art history that has shaped our visual culture for millennia.

Enroll now to embark on a historical quest through the art of the Late Roman Empire, and gain insights into the foundations of Western European art history. This course is perfect for art enthusiasts, history lovers, educators, and students interested in the evolution of art from antiquity to the Middle Ages. 🎨✨