Fine Arts/History 208 - The Art and Culture of Ancient Egypt

Institution:

Bryn Athyn College of the New Church

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Description:

Examination of ancient Egyptian culture as revealed through art and archaeology. Special attention given to art as a source of historical information. Topics include the influence of natural resources and the environment, principles of artistic representation, problems with interpreting evidence, the origin and nature of Egyptian hieroglyphic writing, and the Egyptian world view. Trip to the Metropolitan Museaum of Art in New York. 3 Credits. (Not Offered 2008/09)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.brynathyn.edu

Phone Number:

(267) 502-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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