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*These Intro to Art History courses meet at the Cleveland Museum of Art on Wednesdays. Bus transportation is provided.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS101 INTRODUCTION TO ART HISTORY - 3 cr. An essential survey of the major works of painting, sculpture, and architecture of the Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Modern periods including discussion of historical and intellectual context. A prerequisite course for all others that provides a familiarity with art historical methodology, as well as a firm foundation for further study. Return to course list110 INTRODUCTION TO 2-D DESIGN - 3 cr. Prerequisite: AH 101. The basic
studio foundation course which studies elements and principles of
two-dimensional design and color theory. The fundamental
principles of design (balance, unity, repetition, rhythm, variety, and
emphasis) related to the organization and manipulation of the basic
elements of line, shape, tuxture, value, color, and space. For
elective credit only; not applicable to the Core or the major or minor
in Art History or Humanities. Return to course list Prerequisite: AH 101. An introduction to
the materials, techniques, and styles of painting. Studio
practice. For
elective credit only; not applicable to the Core or the major or minor
in Art History or Humanities. Return to course list Prerequisite: AH 101. Study of contemporary painting, sculpture, and architecture since 1945, with a focus on movements such as Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, Minimalism, and developments ranging from Performance Art to Electronic Media. Return to course list317 GREEK AND ROMAN ART - 3 cr. Prerequsite: AH 101. Marble and bronze sculpture, temple architecture, and vase and fresco painting of ancient Greece and Rome. Focus on the art of Periclean Athens, Hellenistic Greece, the Roman Republic, and the Empire. Return to course list Prequisite: AH 101. Cathedrals, sculpture, and painting of the late medieval period from the mid-12th century to the refined grace of the courtly art of the late 14th century, including stained glass, manuscripts, metalwork, ivories, and enamels. Return to course list 399 WHEN EAST MEETS WEST: FROM MARCO POLO TO GIUSEPPE CASTIGLIONE - 3 cr. Prerequisite: AH
101. This course considers the different ways in which European
culture impacted the art of China. The subject will be approached
broadly beginning with the earliest contacts between China and the West
in the ancient period. Special attention will be paid to the influence
of Christianity on Chinese culture, especially in connection with the
Jesuit missions that first reached China in the 16th century. The
course examines a wide range of Chinese art.
498A, B, & C INDEPENDENT STUDY - 1-3 cr. Prerequisites: consent of instructor and department chair. Special projects in art history. Projects must be approved prior to registration. Senior art history majors and graduate humanities students only.
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