What did you manage to find for your homework? How does what we have looked at further confuse the issue of categorisation and definition of religious art? How might purpose or use be of some assistance here in categorising and defining religious art?

Marco Perego

What is an icon? From Greek εἰκών eikōn "image"Greek Religious work of art Most commonly a painting, from Eastern Orthodox Christianity.Eastern Orthodox Christianity An image, picture, or representation; it is a sign or likeness that stands for an object by signifying or representing it either concretely or by analogy, Represents something else of greater significance through literal or figurative meaning The oldest icon of Christ Pantocrator, encaustic on panel, c. 6th century (Saint Catherine's Monastery, Mount Sinai).

Why do some religious groups agree with this vandalism? Relief statues in the Cathedral of Saint Martin, Utrecht, attacked in Reformation iconoclasm in the 16th century. If an icon is a religious piece of art which reflects the glory of the heavens, then...

Task: In 3 groups, read through the information What does your group say in relation to icons? Do they agree or disagree with them? Why? You will need to explain your ideas to the group in 10 minutes.

Iconoclasm or Iconophile? Christian Muslim Judaism

If actual spirit and flesh then possible to show what was here?

Lot and his daughters GOLTZIUS, Hendrick Lot and his Daughters (1558, d. 1617, Haarlem)

Are religious topics suitable for art? Your views? Make sure you can justify them...

TABOO ICON Greek Gold Jesus Representation Image Perception View Art Different Image Mind The word you are describing to your partner The words you can’t use!