ART H3611 - Art and the Human Body

Institution:

Hawaii Pacific University

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Description:

An overview of how societies and cultures around the world have related to the form of the human body. The course surveys ideal body types and concepts of deformity as depicted in art. Body art is examined including tattooing, scarification, surgical procedures, body painting, and the use of jewelry and textiles. The course also covers how medical treatment has been the subject of art and how art has been used to heal or harm the human body. Pre: HUM 1000 or designated substitute.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hpu.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 544-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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