AR 266 - History of American Art

Institution:

Whitworth University

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Description:

A survey course designed to trace the evolution of American art, beginning with an overview of the cultures that merged together in the New World - African, Native American, and European. Beginning with a study of artworks produced in those cultures in their original environments and continuing with a chronological study of artworks produced in America from the colonial through Post-Modern Periods, 16th-21st centuries. Discussion and analysis will focus on a wide range of artistic expression, media and techniques employed by artists of the United States.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.whitworth.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 777-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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