The art of Michelangelo

This two-day course introduces all of Michelangelo's major works, exploring his stylistic development, and situating his paintings, sculptures, drawings, poetry and architecture within the wider cultural context of the Italian Renaissance. Provisional programme Please note that this programme is subject to change: Day 1: Friday 19 May Morning: Michelangelo’s paintings 11–11.50am: 'Life and works' - putting the panel paintings in context 11.50am–12.05pm: Break (tea and coffee provided) 12.05–1pm: Case study: The Sistine Chapel 1–2pm: Lunch (not provided) Afternoon: Michelangelo’s sculptures 2–2.55pm: Conclusions and beginnings: The independent sculptures 2.55–3.10pm: Break (tea and coffee provided) 3.10–4pm: Case study: The tomb of Julius II Day 2: Friday 26 May Morning: Michelangelo’s works on paper 11–11.50am: A restless spirit: Michelangelo's drawings and poetry 11.50am–12.05pm: Break (tea and coffee provided) 12.05–1pm: Case study: The collaboration with Sebastiano 1–2pm: Lunch (not provided) Afternoon: Michelangelo’s architecture 2–2.55pm: Manipulating light and space: Michelangelo’s architecture in Florence 2.55–3.10pm: Break (tea and coffee provided) 3.10–4pm: Beyond the building: architecture and urban planning in Rome

Suitable for
18+

Admission
£48/£40 conc./£36 Members

Website
http://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/whats-on/calendar/course-19-may-2017-1100

Source: http://www.culture24.org.uk/mw522?id=EVENT568511