Focus on: Vermeer

City Lit

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    Course

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    London

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    Different dates available

Master of stillness and light, author of only 35, maybe 36, known works, Vermeer’s art continues to fascinate. Discover his life and works in the context of the Dutch Golden Age.

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

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About this course

• Describe the socio-political context of Vermeer’s Delft
• Identify key points in Vermeer’s life and list at least five works
• Describe Vermeer’s process and development
• Recognise key works by Vermeer and demonstrate a basic awareness of style and symbolism.

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Course programme

• The context of Vermeer’s Delft – society and politics, patrons etc.
• Overview of Vermeer’s life, work and legacy.
• Vermeer’s main influences, processes, techniques, development.
• Close readings and discussion of several key works including ‘The Girl with the Pearl Earring,’ ‘The Milkmaid’ and ‘Young Woman Seated at a Virginal.’.

You will be taught with a short lecture, slides, and discussions.

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General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

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Focus on: Vermeer

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