ARHI 34130 - Ancient Roman Art and Architecture

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Art History

Description:

This course will discuss significant examples from all parts of the Roman world. However, some remarkable monuments in Rome, as the Colosseum and the Pantheon, offer us the advantage to study Roman art directly on site and therefore will be included. Emphasis is put on the stylistic development of Roman art and architecture. Greek and Etruscan origins, the language of images of imperial state monuments, the change of values in late antiquity are only a few topics to be discussed. Of special interest are the specific Roman contributions to the classical tradition, as city planning, building techniques and engineering, amphitheaters for the spectacles, honorary arches and columns with historical reliefs, wall painting and portraiture. Explanation of the different methodologies of research will provide the students with the necessary instruments for their future individual studies on antiquity, art history and architecture.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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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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