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ARHA358

Style in the Visual Arts: Theories and Interpretations ARHA358 FA

Section	Class Size	*Available	Times	POI	Prereq
1	12	0	Times: ..W.... 1:10PM-4:00PM;	No	No

*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration. (Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999 )

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

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Preregistered students must attend the first class meeting or be subject to withdrawal from the course.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: None

Section 01: Best, J; Times: ..W.... 1:10PM- 4:00PM;; Grading Mode: A/F; Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 4, Fr: 4; Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999

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