Faculty of Humanities | Department of Art History

Art History is a discipline which analyzes objects of art within larger cultural histories. A variety of methods and approaches are employed in order to analyze distinctive forms and features of works of art within the specific historical context in which they were produced. This endeavor is carried out in order to address to various questions concerning the past. The type of question to be asked at a particular moment depends on research interests, while the answer will depend on the evidence that historians bring into light. In relation to any work of art, a researcher would possibly like to know when, where and by whom it was created. Research on history of art attempts to contribute to the understanding of works of art because of their universal value. An art historian explores and analyzes individual works of art and their relation to larger period styles as well as their relation to the larger cultural meanings in which they are involved and which they help shape; and evaluates the social, cultural, national, regional, international and economic history behind the development of these works of art. Our graduates can find career opportunities in libraries, archives, museums and palaces, and take part in excavations.