ARTH 221 - History of Western Art: Renaissance through Modern

Institution:

Francis Marion University

Subject:

Art History

Description:

Historical survey of art focusing on the Early Renaissance, the High Renaissance, Mannerism, the Baroque, Rococo; the 19th century, including Romanticism, Neoclassicism, Realism, Impressionism, and Post-Impressionism; movements since 1900, including Fauvism, Cusism, Expressionism, Abstractionism, Surrealism, Modern architecture, and the New York School. Works of art from each period or movement are analyzed for individual qualities and compared to previous examples to demonstrate influences and the development of styles. Emphasis is upon art and architecture as cultural expression and upon the relationship between art and social and technological changes.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.fmarion.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 661-1362

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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