Art History 220 - Italian Renaissance and Baroque Architecture

Institution:

Colgate University

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Description:

C. Guile Italian architecture of the 14th through 17th centuries lies at the heart of the tradition of western architecture. This course explores the buildings of Brunelleschi, Alberti, Palladio, Michelangelo, Bernini, and Borromini, among others, paying attention not only to style and design, but also to technical innovation, function, patronage, and the relationship between architectural theory and practice. Selected monuments are also examined in the broader context of their urban or rural environments. Prerequisite: ARTS 105 or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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