The research program is designed to open up the disciplinary boundaries of art history to a transcultural, global horizon. By creating a space of dialogue for scholars from all continents and regions, it aims to discuss the potentials and contours of a plural art history. It invites scholars from African, Asian, European and Islamic art histories, just as of the Americas and Oceania to join the program. Nevertheless, the program also addresses neighbouring disciplines such as archaeology and other fields dealing with the history of visual cultures. Further information about the research program and our activities can be found on our website: www.arthistories.de