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The essay aims to demonstrate the importance of historiography in understanding medieval studies and cultural heritage.

February 22, 2026Convivium

A Case for Historiography. No “Medieval” Art Without It

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The essay aims to demonstrate the importance of historiography in understanding medieval studies and cultural heritage.
Analyzes the Conques site and its historical significance in the context of medieval Europe.
Examines various restorations and interventions from the nineteenth century to present.
Explores the interplay of ideological and political influences on the perception of the medieval.
Historiography is essential for a comprehensive understanding of the Middle Ages and its interpretations.
Conques exemplifies how historical constructs are influenced by contemporary narratives and aspirations.
Modern narratives play a vital role in shaping the identity of medieval art and heritage.

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This essay highlights how historiography shapes our understanding of the medieval in art, indicating its constructed nature.

Foletti et al. (2025) studied this question.

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