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Orsanmichele: Guilds and Sculptures in Renaissance Florence
Alexandra Noelle Hesting
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(333)
The Orsanmichele building in Florence Italy has a long history of trade and commerce. Used by all the guilds of Florence and decorated in their symbolism this class takes a quick look at the history of guilds and the influence they had.
Class experience
One of the most historic buildings in Florence the Orsanmichele has connections to many of our most famous artists of the renaissance. They attended meetings here, did business in its walls, and some of their art decorate the nitches on the exterior of the building. The Orsanmichele building was a medieval grainery and market that eventually was remade using stone and stronger materials. A hub for the city it included meeting rooms for guilds to hold business on common ground, and at the...
I teach college art history. This is pulled straight from a lecture I give where we tour Florence following the steps of a murder as he tries to get away after committing his crime. Some sculptures are religious in nature. I will do my best to keep religious opinions as brief as possible focusing on how it relates to the guild and its artistic contribution to the building.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(333)
Hello, I'm an art historian based out of Kansas. I've always loved art and I want to help you develop a passion for art and history. I've taught for five years everything from preschool to college, and I love to share knowledge. I believe...
Group Class
$8
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-6 learners per class
