In episode 8, Ann and Tru get back to art after a detour into techniques and materials. This time they talk about the early history of prints and books in Italy, comparing it to Northern Europe. Differences in style and materials are discussed using the example of Masaccio's The Holy Trinity with the Virgin and St. John and donors, 1425–27, the fresco painting in chapel in Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy, and the Ghent Altarpiece, Jan and Hubert van Eyck's Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, 1432, an oil and tempera on wood multi-paneled altarpiece in St. Bavo’s Cathedral, Ghent, Belgium. Circling back to prints, we also talk a lot about Antonio Pollaiuolo's engraving, the landmark Battle of the Ten Nude Men, c. 1490. Of course, Dürer pops back up, too.
Platemark series two | History of Prints Co-hosts: Ann Shafer and Tru Ludwig Producer: Ann Shafer Theme music: Michael Diamond
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In this bonus episode, Ann gets Tru to talk about teaching both art and art history. It's unusual to find a professor teaching art history who can address the intricacies of how the prints are made and problem-solve issues for students on the fly. Tru also reveals some of his best teaching approaches. Shhh, don't tell anyone.
Platemark series two: History of Prints Co-hosts: Ann Shafer and Tru Ludwig Producer: Ann Shafer Theme music: Michael Diamond
In episode 2, Ann and Tru lay out the beginnings of printing in the West in the 1400s. It all starts with the printing of the Bible. Tru describes the role of paper, books, and prints in the fifteenth century. Also they talk about who would be the audience for these new, accessible treasures. The beginning of the printing press and moveable type is probably the single most important development in human history.
During the episode, a handful of prints are talked about specifically. Images and captions are below. Platemark series two: History of Prints Co-hosts: Ann Shafer and Tru Ludwig Producer: Ann Shafer Theme music: Michael Diamond |
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