Art History 224 - The Gothic Cathedral and the Gothic Revival

Institution:

Bard College

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Description:

French Studies, Medieval Studies This course investigates the structure and symbolism of the great cathedrals (Chartres, Bourges, Amiens, Reims, Beauvais) within the changing dynamics of contemporary society. Architecture, stained glass, and sculptural programs are analyzed in relation to technological innovations, political and economic change, the demands of patrons, and increasing urban interest. Concluding sessions, which include field trips, explore the Romantic, symbolic, and aesthetic attitudes underlying the Gothic revival of the late 18th and 19th centuries.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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