This two-semester art history course is a chronological overview of art works from the prehistoric period up to the twentyfirst century. This course introduces the student to the major historical monuments of world art with an emphasis on the works' form, style, expression and cultural meaning. Friday lectures and weekly section meetings, based on student involvement and participation, introduce the student to a variety of art forms from different cultures and periods. The course also introduces the student to art historical vocabulary and various methods of art historical research. The course integrates a visit to the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Required: 3 credits/semester; 3 hours/ week. No prerequisite. This course may not be dropped without department head approval. A lab fee is charged; see rate schedule. Required: 3 credits/ semester; 3 hours/week. No prerequisite. This course may not be dropped without department head approval. A lab fee is charged; see rate schedule.

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