This History of Art in Barcelona course provides a comprehensive overview from Roman Barcelona to the Renaissance and Baroque periods. After a general introduction outlining the course's objectives and emphasising the cultural significance, we will explore the artistic legacy of Roman Barcelona, the artistic evolution during the medieval era (Romanesque and Gothic styles), and key developments in the Renaissance and Baroque periods. This culminates in a walking tour through Barcelona, a practical experience to immerse participants in important monuments and heritage sites studied. Overall, the course offers a comprehensive understanding of the city's rich artistic history.

July 2024 Session 1: General Introduction.
An overview of the course, its objectives and the cultural importance of studying the history of art in Barcelona.

2 July 2024. Session 2: Barcino Romana.
Exploration of the artistic legacy of Barcelona's Roman period.

3 July 2024. Session 3: Medieval History - Romanesque and Gothic.
Examine artistic evolution during the medieval era in the context of Romanesque and Gothic styles.

4 July 2024. Session 4: Renaissance and Baroque.
A journey through the Renaissance and Baroque periods, analysing key artistic developments.

5 July 2024. Session 5: Visit - Walking tour of Roman, Romanesque and Gothic
Barcelona.
An on-site class to delve deeper into the monuments and the most important heritage from different periods in the city.