ARTH 20200 - Body Language 3B HU LA

Institution:

Ithaca College

Subject:

Art History

Description:

An examination of the human body as a form of visual expression in Western culture. Considers, feature by feature, standards that traditionally have been used to distinguish what is beautiful (or good) from what has been designated as ugly (or bad). Students then investigate how standards have been used to develop potent visual stereotypes that distinguish sex, age, race, and class, and consider contemporary images that affirm or challenge these stereotypes. Visual material includes both traditional art and images from popular culture. Prerequisites: One course in art history, or sophomore standing and one course in the humanities or fine arts. 3 credits. (S,Y)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ithaca.edu

Phone Number:

(607) 274-3011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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