ART 361 - Saints and She-Devils

Institution:

Cornell College

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Examination of some of the most common depictions of women during the late Medieval and Renaissance periods, beginning with Eve and the Virgin Mary. Themes include popular images of the hag, the witch, and the prostitute as well as other depictions that demonstrate how man is led astray by feminine wiles. Readings span from the Bible and Thomas Aquinas to contemporary scholars in gender studies. Prerequisite: 200-level art history course or permission of the instructor. O_ered every third year. (Humanities) McOMBER [AH]

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cornellcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(319) 895-4000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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