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ARHA278
Art and the American Identity
ARHA278 FA
Crosslistings: AMST216
Not Currently Offered
This course will discuss issues of self-definition of the
artist in America and the nature of his/her audience. The
study will center on the history and historiography of the
visual arts in the United States from 1776-1913.
MAJOR READINGS
Neil Harris, THE ARTIST IN AMERICAN SOCIETY:
THE FORMATIVE YEARS
John W. McCoubrey, AMERICAN ART 1700-1960: SOURCES AND
DOCUMENTS
Lillian Miller, PATRONS AND PATRIOTISM...
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Two papers; take-home exam
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Previous course
work in art history or American studies required.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA ART
Prerequisites:
None
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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