ARHA220

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ARHA220

Italian Art of the 14th Century ARHA220 FA

Not Currently Offered

A study of painting, sculpture and architecture in the major Italian city-states from circa 1250 to 1400. This class will pay articular attention to the parallel developments of the late gothic style and an evolving naturalism. Style will be discussed as a reflection and definer of social and political forces in the society.

MAJOR READINGS

M. Meiss, PAINTING IN FLORENCE AND SIENA
AFTER THE BLACK DEATH
A. Smart, DAWN OF ITALIAN PAINTING
J. Stubblebine, ASSISI AND THE RISE OF VERNACULAR ART

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Midterm, final, quizzes and term paper

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

none

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA ART

Prerequisites: ARHA101 or ARHA228

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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