Art 261 - History of Art II

Institution:

Macalester College

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This course is a survey of topics in European art from the late 14th century to the second decade of the 20th century. Stylistic periods covered include Italian and Northern Renaissance; Mannerism; Baroque art in Italy, Spain and Northern Europe; Rococo; Neoclassicism; Romanticism, Realism; Impressionism; Post-Impressionism; Expressionism; and Cubism. In addition to questions of style, the course addresses other issues such as the identification of subject matter, the function of art and its relation to the culture that produced it. Three hours per week. Spring semester. (4 credits)

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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