ARHI 34126 - Ancient Greek Painting

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Art History

Description:

Athens course numbers A353 and A453 - An intensive and comprehensive survey of Greek Painting from the Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period (ca. 3000 - 27 BC). Initial class periods will study the techniques, materials, and functions of Greek painting. A historical survey will follow, focusing upon what the ancient Greeks chose to represent throughout their history and what Greek painting tells 'us' about 'them'. In the Bronze and Iron Ages (3000-ca. 650) Greek art is anonymous, but from the Archaic period many signatures of artists are preserved. From them we are able to learn about their styles, aims and workshops, and at times something of their personalities as well. Special attention will be paid to such painters and their works. In addition to slide lectures and discussions, advantage will be taken of pottery holdings in Athens, with class visits to the Agora, Kerameikos, and National Museum. Students will also be able to see frescoes and painted pottery on all of our field trips.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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