Brill Receptions of Antiquity, Constructions of Gender in Art

Receptions of Antiquity, Constructions of Gender in European Art, 1300-1600 (Metaforms, 3) provides a deep look into how late medieval and early modern visual culture used Greek and Roman antiquity. This volume explores how artists and thinkers engaged with classical traditions to build and question the gender norms of their own time. This collection of essays offers a fresh perspective on the classical tradition in Renaissance art. It addresses a subject that has not yet received the scholarly attention it deserves, making it a significant addition to the study of art history and gender studies. Scholars working in art history, literature, and gender studies will find this work informative and helpful for their research. By examining the connection between ancient models and contemporary social structures, this book helps clarify how visual culture shaped the understanding of gender during a transformative period in European history.