Disability and Art History from Antiquity to the Twenty-First Century

This book explores representations of disability in art from antiquity to the twenty-first century, incorporating disability studies scholarship and art historical research. It is divided into four parts and includes 16 chapters on Greek sculpture, ancient Chinese art, Early Italian Renaissance art, Spanish Golden Age, nineteenth-century art in France and the US, and contemporary works. It is essential reading for scholars and students of disability studies, art history, sociology, medical humanities, and media arts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 274 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive volume delves into the rich tapestry of representations of disability in art, spanning from antiquity to the twenty-first century. By integrating disability studies scholarship and art historical research, it offers a holistic perspective on the intersections between these two fields. The book is organized into four distinct parts, each exploring different periods and themes.

Part I: Ancient History through the 17th Century explores the portrayal of disability in ancient civilizations, including depictions of gods, dwarfs, and warriors. It sheds light on the historical context and cultural significance of these representations.

Part II: 17th-Century Spain to the American Civil War examines the representation of disability in the context of the Spanish Golden Age and the American Civil War. It explores the ways in which disability was perceived, stigmatized, and medicalized during these periods.

Part III: Modernism, Metaphor, and Corporeality delves into the ways in which disability has been represented and interpreted in modern art. It examines the use of metaphor, symbolism, and the body as a site of artistic expression.

Part IV: Contemporary Art focuses on the representation of disability in contemporary art, exploring themes ofcrips, care, and portraiture. It examines the ways in which artists challenge traditional notions of disability and explore new modes of representation.

The book is comprised of 16 chapters, each dedicated to a specific period or theme. These chapters provide a rich contextualization of understandings of disability historically, as well as in terms of medicine, literature, and visual culture.

This book is an essential resource for scholars and students of disability studies, art history, sociology, medical humanities, and media arts. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of disability in art, providing valuable insights into the complex and evolving nature of this topic.

Weight: 628g
Dimension: 161 x 241 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367500474