Artibus et Historiae
Scope & Guideline
Cultivating Knowledge in the Arts and Humanities
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Renaissance and Baroque Art Analysis:
The journal emphasizes critical examinations of art from the Renaissance to the Baroque periods, analyzing works in their historical context and understanding their impact on contemporary culture. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Artibus et Historiae encourages interdisciplinary methodologies, integrating perspectives from literature, philosophy, and cultural studies to provide a holistic understanding of art and its societal roles. - Iconographic Studies:
A consistent focus on iconography allows for a deeper exploration of symbolism and meaning in art, enhancing the understanding of visual narratives within historical frameworks. - Regional Art Histories:
The journal highlights regional studies, particularly Italian art, while also considering broader European contexts, thus contributing to a diverse understanding of art histories. - Art and Society:
Exploring the relationship between art and societal developments, the journal examines how art reflects, influences, and responds to social, political, and religious changes.
Trending and Emerging
- Cultural Interactions and Exchanges:
Recent publications highlight the significance of cultural exchanges between regions, particularly in the context of artistic influences, reflecting a growing interest in global art histories. - Gender and Identity in Art:
There is an increasing focus on gender studies and the representation of identity in art, exploring how these themes influence artistic production and reception. - Art and Religion:
The relationship between art and religious practices is gaining prominence, with studies examining how spirituality shapes artistic expression in various cultural contexts. - Digital Humanities in Art History:
The integration of digital tools and methodologies into art historical research is on the rise, facilitating new ways of analyzing and interpreting artworks. - Environmental and Ecological Themes:
Emerging themes related to environmental consciousness in art are becoming more frequent, indicating a response to contemporary ecological concerns and their representation in artistic practices.
Declining or Waning
- Modern and Contemporary Art:
There seems to be a waning interest in modern and contemporary art studies, with fewer articles addressing these periods compared to the robust focus on Renaissance and Baroque art. - Technical Art History:
Discussions surrounding the technical aspects of art production, such as materials and methods, are becoming less frequent, indicating a shift towards more thematic and interpretative analyses. - Art Theory and Criticism:
Theoretical discussions that were once prevalent are now less common, suggesting a potential decline in interest in art criticism as a standalone topic, favoring instead historical and contextual narratives. - Non-Western Art Studies:
There appears to be a reduction in the exploration of non-Western art traditions within the journal, which may indicate a missed opportunity for broader comparative analyses. - Exhibition and Collection Studies:
Research focused on historical exhibitions or collection histories is less frequently published, which could reflect a narrowing of the journal's thematic scope.
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