ART 305 - Art & Architecture Of The Ancient Americas

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Art

Description:

This course introduces students to the art and architecture of Pre-Columbian civilizations of South America and Mesoamerica, and the native arts of North America. We will discuss the art of the Chavin, Moche, Nasca, and Inka civilizations of South America, the Olmec, Teotihuacan, Maya, and Aztec of Mesoamerica, and various art forms from the Southwest, East, and Northwest Coast regions of United States. The course focuses on the styles and iconography of these civilizations and takes an interdisciplinary approach to examine the function and symbolism of the works.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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