This course, Il Lavoro Femminile nella Pittura Italiana dell’Ottocento (Female Labor in 19th Century Italian Painting), explores the representation of female labour in 19th-century Italian painting, focusing on the social, cultural, and historical contexts that shaped these portrayals. Through an analysis of artworks from the 1800s, you will examine the roles, struggles, and contributions of women in various labour sectors during this period. The course will also consider how gender norms, industrialization, and changes in society influenced the depiction of female labour in art.
Italian Stage 4 Un viaggio nell’arte italiana Unit 3
When & Where
- 28 April 2025 - 30 June 2025 ( 13.5 hours, 9 weeks )
- Evening, Monday
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- Online
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Course Code W24HMSJ08C
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the socio-economic conditions of women in the 19th century
- Analyse how female labour was depicted in 19th-century Italian paintings
- Examine the cultural and historical significance of these artworks
- Critically evaluate the portrayal of women's labour in Italian paintings
Cost
Class format and activities
These are remote lessons via video conference (with Microsoft Teams). You will get clear guidance and ongoing, regular, and informal feedback from your tutor, in a friendly and supportive environment. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes above. At the start of the course, you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes and future goals.
Entry requirements
No formal qualifications are necessary; an upper intermediate knowledge of the Italian language is required to be able to follow the course in Italian only.
What you need to know before you enrol
You will do independent reading, research and language activities before every lesson. Excellent attendance and punctuality is required.
What you need
You will need a device to access online video sessions and materials (handouts and links to various websites) supplied by your tutor in Microsoft Teams.