ART 207 - Philosophy And Art

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Goucher College

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(GEN. ED. #9) An analysis of the philosophical implications and cultural significance of art during the modern period. In pursuing an answer to the question "What is art " we will examine a selection ofphilosophical writings on the subject, each of which tries to determine what characteristics make art objects different from all others. In addition, we will examine the political, social, racial, and historical factors that helped produce the institutions, economies, and values that, in theWest at least, sustain the notion of "fine art." Our investigation will include a critical considerationof such things as the modern museum, colonialism, the role of the art critic, and the art industry. This course cannot be used to fulfill a 200-level art history requirement for the art major. Prerequisite: sophomore standing, a 100-level philosophy course, or permission of instructor. Fall semester. DeCaroli. Offered 2009-10 and alternate years.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.GOUCHER.EDU

Phone Number:

(410) 337-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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