VA 4170 - Intro to Modernism

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Visual Arts

Description:

This course locates the emergence of modern art to the period of political and industrial ferment in Europe around 1848. Students will be introduced to the appearance of opposing developmental strains within art; one of increasing aesthetic specialization, the pother of social engagement. Extending through the first decade of the twentieth century, we will survey major developments within modernist and avant garde art from Realism and Impressionism through Cubism, Futurism and Dada. Readings will be divided between political and social histories and the history of art. Offered periodically. Prerequisite: EC II placement.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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