Art History 353 - Castles,Cathedrals and Monasteries

Institution:

Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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Description:

The art of the Western medieval world from the 11th to the 13th centuries. Special attention paid to the Romanesque monastic pilgrimage sites, their architecture and decorations; to the castles of northern Europe, their construction and design; and to the great cathedrals of Gothic France, their architecture, sculpture and stained glass. Social, political and economic factors involved in the production of this art are stressed. (Evelyn Staudinger Lane) Connections: Conx 20029 Living Architecture

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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