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THE305: The History and Theology of Sacred Art

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THE305: The History and Theology of Sacred Art

Key details

Accredited towardsBachelor of Arts in the Liberal Arts
Unit typeElective unit
Credit points6
Indicative contact hours3 hours per week
PrerequisitesNone
Offered inSemester 1
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Overview

This unit explores the history and theology of sacred art and architecture from the early middle-ages to the present day. Beginning with the theology of the icon as developed in Eastern Christendom in the early middle-ages, the unit progresses through a historical and theological study of Roman and Gothic art and architecture in Western Christendom, and continues through the Renaissance, Baroque and modern periods. Students will draw on their training in both history and theology to examine the relationship between sacred art and architecture and a variety of historical and theological contexts, issues and themes, and develop skills in interpreting and writing about sacred art. This unit may be counted towards the Theology and History majors.

 

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit of study, students will be able to:

  1. Explore major historical periods and movements in sacred art and architecture
  2. Analyse and critically evaluate the role of the visual and material arts in Christian worship and the transmission of Catholic culture
  3. Examine the relationship between sacred works and buildings and the contexts of their production
  4. Understand and compare the contrasting impulses and theological claims behind the creation and destruction of religious art, and give a clear account of the Church’s arguments in defence of sacred art
  5. Read, interpret and write about sacred art and architecture

 


 

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