The Renaissance is one of the most hotly contested concepts in art history – once celebrated as the birth of the modern world, now many historians question its very existence.
In this fascinating masterclass, the celebrated art critic Jonathan Jones paints a new and vibrant picture of the Renaissance and its enduring significance. Marking the launch of his new book, Earthly Delights, you will be among the first to hear his radical new perspective.
Over two hours, you will journey through a period of seismic change in which artists, writers and thinkers across Europe dared to imagine new worlds and society was rocked by the ‘discovery’ of the Americas. Jonathan will explore the mysterious figure of Hieronymus Bosch, who created a beguiling world of monsters and mayhem, as well as the radical ideas and inventions of Leonardo da Vinci.
You will come away with a renewed excitement for and understanding of European history, as you learn from one of the UK’s foremost art writers.
This masterclass marks the publication of Jonathan’s new book, Earthly Delights: A History of the Renaissance. You can pre-order a copy from the Guardian Bookshop with your ticket. The book is released on 19 October 2023.
This course is for …
Anyone with an interest in art and history; no knowledge is required
Anyone interested in the Renaissance and the latest research and thinking on this period
Course content
What is the Renaissance?
The key Renaissance invention of ‘utopias’
The mystery of Hieronymus Bosch – who was this enigmatic painter and can he be called a ‘Renaissance’ artist?
The impact of the first European voyage across the Atlantic in 1492
How the Renaissance liberated art and thought
Why the Renaissance can still help us understand ourselves and our world
Tutor profile
Guardian art critic Jonathan Jones is also the author of books on Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Artemisia Gentileschi, and was series consultant on BBC2’s Civilisations. This Masterclass is based on his new book Earthly Delights: A History of the Renaissance, published by Thames and Hudson on 19 October 2023.
Details
Date: Tuesday 17 October 2023
Time: 6pm-8pm (BST)
Price: £65 (plus £3.56 booking fee) or £86.50 (plus £4.55 booking fee) with a pre-order of Earthly Delights: A History of the Renaissance
A catch-up recording will be shared after the class and will be available for two weeks.
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