PhD in Art History specializing in European Renaissance and Baroque periods, with 18 years of academic and curatorial experience. Former Senior Lecturer at a leading London university and independent researcher focusing on iconography and social context in art.
Dr. Eleanor Vance dedicates her career to decoding the visual languages of the past, bridging the gap between academic rigor and public engagement. Holding a doctorate from the Courtauld Institute of Art, she has spent nearly two decades researching the socio-political implications of Western art, from the symbolism in medieval manuscripts to the propaganda of Neoclassical portraiture. Her expertise allows her to deconstruct complex historical narratives, explaining why certain artists were canonized while others were erased. She writes for students and history enthusiasts who want to look beyond the canvas and understand the 'why' behind the brushstrokes. Eleanor is particularly skilled at contextualizing art within the religious and political frameworks of its time.