HART 301 - Art of Ancient Egypt

Institution:

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

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Description:

Survey of the visual culture of ancient Egypt from the Pre-dynastic period (ca. 5000 BC) until the end of the New Kingdom (ca. 1000 BC). Emphasis is on major examples of architecture, sculpture, and painting viewed in their historical, political, social, economic, and religious contexts. The class looks at the methods and goals of archaeological work in Egypt and how these have shaped contemporary views of the ancient culture. 3 credits Prerequisites: HART100 Type: lecture/seminar(3hrs) Culturally Diverse Content Enrollment: all college elective

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.massart.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 879-7000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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