May 01, 2024

2015-2016 Academic Catalog

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ARHI 051A PO - Introduction to the History of Art: The Ancient World

Asks how the visual cultures of past times relate to those of the present and critically examines the modern notion of “art.” Courses proceed chronologically with examples from Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Asia. Courses may be taken in any order. 51a runs from prehistory through ancient times in Europe, the Mediterranean and the Fertile Crescent; offered alternate years.

Course Credit: 1.0

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