History of Modern Art (MA)
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
The course aims to provide an overview on the History of Art (architecture, sculpture, painting) from the beginning of the fifteenth to the end of the eighteenth century: from the Late Gothic to Neoclassicism (inclusive).
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding: In-depth knowledge of the History of Art from late XIV to late XVIII Century.
Applying knowledge and understanding: After completing the course students will have the historical and critical tools to understand the History of Modern Art.
Applying knowledge and understanding: After completing the course students will have the historical and critical tools to understand the History of Modern Art.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
PROGRAM FOR ATTENDING STUDENTS AND NON-ATTENDING STUDENTS
THIS PROGRAM EXPIRES IN JULY 2026
Knowledge of the topics of the monographic course must be accompanied by the study of the development of the history of art (architecture, sculpture, painting) from the beginning of the fifteenth to the end of the eighteenth Century: from the late Gothic to Neoclassicism (inclusive). For this you can use any good manual. Please avoid email requests for a specific manual title. Visual knowledge of the greatest possible number of works of art is required. Is essential to visit Churches and Museums, particularly in Milan (Italian Touring Club guides are recommended). It is also recommended to study "I classici dell'arte" (published by Rizzoli publishing house) and "I maestri del colore" e "I maestri della scultura" (by Fabbri publishing house).
Knowledge of the basic concepts of historical chronology and main movements of Italian and European literature and culture is recommended. Classes are in Italian language.
Caravaggio is one of the best-known Italian painters. The number of known documents about his life grows day by day. Attribution increases spark widespread debate. The course offers a survey of his life and works.
THIS PROGRAM EXPIRES IN JULY 2026
Knowledge of the topics of the monographic course must be accompanied by the study of the development of the history of art (architecture, sculpture, painting) from the beginning of the fifteenth to the end of the eighteenth Century: from the late Gothic to Neoclassicism (inclusive). For this you can use any good manual. Please avoid email requests for a specific manual title. Visual knowledge of the greatest possible number of works of art is required. Is essential to visit Churches and Museums, particularly in Milan (Italian Touring Club guides are recommended). It is also recommended to study "I classici dell'arte" (published by Rizzoli publishing house) and "I maestri del colore" e "I maestri della scultura" (by Fabbri publishing house).
Knowledge of the basic concepts of historical chronology and main movements of Italian and European literature and culture is recommended. Classes are in Italian language.
Caravaggio is one of the best-known Italian painters. The number of known documents about his life grows day by day. Attribution increases spark widespread debate. The course offers a survey of his life and works.
Prerequisites for admission
Knowledge of the topics of the monographic course must be accompanied by the study of the development of the history of art (architecture, sculpture, painting) from the beginning of the fifteenth to the end of the eighteenth Century: from the late Gothic to Neoclassicism (inclusive). For this you can use any good manual. Please avoid email requests for a specific manual title. Visual knowledge of the greatest possible number of works of art is required. Is essential to visit Churches and Museums, particularly in Milan (Italian Touring Club guides are recommended). It is also recommended to study "I classici dell'arte" (published by Rizzoli publishing house) and "I maestri del colore" e "I maestri della scultura" (by Fabbri publishing house).
Knowledge of the basic concepts of historical chronology and main movements of Italian and European literature and culture is recommended. Classes are in Italian language.
Knowledge of the basic concepts of historical chronology and main movements of Italian and European literature and culture is recommended. Classes are in Italian language.
Teaching methods
Lesson, Power Point
Teaching Resources
PROGRAM FOR ATTENDING STUDENTS
S. Schütze, Caravaggio. L'opera completa, Colonia, Taschen 2021 (va bene anche l'edizione economica)
R. Longhi, Caravaggio, Roma 2006 EDITION EDITORI RIUNITI: only this one
PROGRAM FOR NON-ATTENDING STUDENTS
S. Schütze, Caravaggio. L'opera completa, Colonia, Taschen 2021 (va bene anche l'edizione economica)
T. Montanari, Il Barocco, Torino, Einaudi 2012
R. Longhi, Caravaggio, Roma 2006 EDITION EDITORI RIUNITI: only this one
EXAM FROM SIX CREDITS
See the first item
S. Schütze, Caravaggio. L'opera completa, Colonia, Taschen 2021 (va bene anche l'edizione economica)
R. Longhi, Caravaggio, Roma 2006 EDITION EDITORI RIUNITI: only this one
PROGRAM FOR NON-ATTENDING STUDENTS
S. Schütze, Caravaggio. L'opera completa, Colonia, Taschen 2021 (va bene anche l'edizione economica)
T. Montanari, Il Barocco, Torino, Einaudi 2012
R. Longhi, Caravaggio, Roma 2006 EDITION EDITORI RIUNITI: only this one
EXAM FROM SIX CREDITS
See the first item
Assessment methods and Criteria
Oral test; recognition of works by photographic images
THIS PROGRAM EXPIRES IN JULY 2026
Warning:
International students or Erasmus incoming students are invited to contact the teacher in charge of the course in a timely manner.
The examination procedures for students with disabilities and/or with DSA must be defined with the teacher, in agreement with the competent office.
THIS PROGRAM EXPIRES IN JULY 2026
Warning:
International students or Erasmus incoming students are invited to contact the teacher in charge of the course in a timely manner.
The examination procedures for students with disabilities and/or with DSA must be defined with the teacher, in agreement with the competent office.
L-ART/02 - HISTORY OF MODERN ART - University credits: 9
Lessons: 60 hours
Professor:
Stoppa Jacopo Cristiano
Professor(s)