Bubonic Plague & Black Death
The Black Death was a catastrophic event in the 14th century that had a profound impact on art and culture in Europe. Join me as I share some of the artwork that shaped the artistic expression, influencing themes, techniques and patronage. The artists expressed their sorrows through Black Plague Art, capturing the spirit of an epidemic. In the wake of the Black Death, artists grappled with themes of mortality, the supernatural, the role of caregivers and religious art.
BLACK PLAGUE ART
Black Plague Art emerged as a powerful means for artists to express their sorrows and make sense of the catastrophic events caused by the plague. Initially, artists depicted the Black Death as a warning of Divine wrath upon sinners and society. Overtime, their focus shifted to empathy in the people suffering, connecting them with Christ and praising the heroic caretakers. The plague reinforced realism in art, used to empower and comfort those affected by the plague, and to show the resilience the community had. The themes in Black Death Art included death and torment, evanescence of life, supernatural elements, and the heroic caretakers during the plague. The Black Death profoundly shaped art, serving as a reminder of the catastrophic pandemic.
Notable Pieces
Art has always been a powerful tool to capture essence of history. During the bubonic plague, paintings were used as a way capture the historic events of the time. These paintings depicted the devastating effects of the disease on society, including the suffering of the sick and the chaos that ensued. Today, these paintings serve as a reminder of the impact that the bubonic plague had on the world and the importance of taking measures to prevent the spread of diseases.
SHORT BLURB about ME:
My name is Lori Sanchez, and this website is bringing you into the Gothic world that I have been captivated by since I was younger. I have always been into dark and Gothic culture, so for me this has been fun putting art and history together to create a page that takes you on the journey of how the Bubonic Plague & Black Death changed history and art. The Black Death was an easy choice to share the art pieces and legacy of the haunting reality of the 14th century. Thank you for viewing my site!