AFR 375 - Topics: Africana Aesthetics

Institution:

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Subject:

Africana Studies

Description:

Course will investigate theories of African art, especially music, dance, sculpture, textile design and adornment styles of cultural groups in West Africa. Cultural transferences and continuities of African art as found in the African diaspora (with special attention to African American art production) will also be studied. Students will be expected to develop a philosophy of art. Prerequisite: AFR 109 or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00 - 6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.siu.edu

Phone Number:

(618) 453-2121

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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