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Academic Year 2005/2006

Style in the Visual Arts: Theories and Interpretations
ARHA 358 SP

This seminar treats major developments in the theory and interpretation of style in the visual arts in historical overview and from divergent disciplinary perspectives. How does the style of a work of art relate to the sociocultural context in which it was produced? Are there definable and historically meaningful patterns of stylistic change? Readings and class discussions will focus on the writings of Wolfflin, Riegl, Gombrich, Kubler and others who have made important contributions to a fuller understanding of these fundamental issues. Students are expected to have some knowledge of art history, but an extensive background in the field is not required.

MAJOR READINGS

G. Hegen, THE AESTHETICS;
G. Kubler, THE SHAPE OF TIME;
H. Wolfflin, PRINCIPLES OF ART HISTORY; and others.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

To be announced.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA ART    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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