MLIT 211 - Van Gogh to Warhol

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

MLIT - Modern Language Italian

Description:

Van Gogh to Warhol is a thematic survey course that follows the development of the language of modern art from French Impressionism, through Symbolism, Surrealism, Dada, Cubism, Italian Futurism and the first abstract art. Artists examined will include, Monet, Degas, Dali, Duchamp, Picasso, Boccioni, Matisse and Mondrian. The course will continue with the relationship to the progress of modern art in the U.S., Abstract Expressionism to Pop Art, Pollock to Warhol. Museum visits in Rome are integral to the course as is a required field trip to Paris. As an introduction to the study of modern art, the course will include exercises on methods of description, analysis and interpretation to build critical skills. Students arrange their own transportation to and accommodations in Paris. Students are responsible for all entry fees. Study abroad course.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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