Christian Symbolism in Fine Art is a rich exploration of art history that includes many of the most renowned works of art in existence. Beginning with an introduction to symbolism, the course builds to a comprehensive understanding of the various Christian symbols used in art. In the process, students will carefully examine some of the most exquisite artwork, including the Catacombs of Rome, Illuminated Manuscripts, Gothic Art and the masterpieces of the Renaissance. The Artists surveyed in the course are as diverse as Bosch, DaVinci, El Greco, Michelangelo and Van Gogh (to name just a few). Students will perform in depth analysis’ of the Christian symbolism found in such works as Giotto’s “The Kiss of Judas†and Michelangelo’s “Sistine Chapel†to Durer’s “Madonna and Child†and Rembrandt’s “Adoration of the Shepherds.â€