FIAR 259 - Legacy of African-American Art ++ HE,AE,WR

Institution:

University of Saint Joseph

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Description:

A survey course which examines the African origins, cultural evolutions, and social revolutions which helped to create vital visual art forms of unique quality, beauty, and creativity. Painting, sculpture, and other art forms are analyzed within the cultural, social, religious, economic, political, and artistic context. Art works created by Joshua Johnston, Robert Duncanson, Edmonia Lewis, Henry Tanner, Meta Fuller, Jacob Lawrence, Faith Ringgold, and others are examined. Attention will be given to artists of the Harlem Renaissance and those who created the Black Power Murals. Field trips.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usj.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 232-4571

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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