Sacred Baroque: The Catholic Counter-Reformation and its influence on Art
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Many of us are aware of the Reformation, and how it completely changed the landscape of Europe across the 16th century and beyond. But not so many are aware of the Catholic Church’s response to the Reformation, and how it tried to reform the Church and lure people back to Catholicism, whilst re-asserting its identity in the face of Protestant branches. I’ve always found this period of time so fascinating, and was lucky enough to study it many years ago, so I’m so excited to welcome our guest...