Art History I: Ancient and Medieval

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This course is a global survey of the artistic production from the beginnings of civilization around 3500 BCE through the Middle Ages, roughly 1400 CE. The art, culture and history of Ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Islamic world, Mesoamerica, China, India, Japan, sub-Saharan Africa, and Medieval Europe will all be covered. The class will seek to give students an understanding of the past through the diverse artistic production of these cultures. First-hand experience with the art object is fundamental to a viewer's, experience with an artwork. As such the class includes a required trip to one of the world-class art museums in the area. Components: Class GE: HA Humanities & Arts, HA-A Arts Typically Offered: Fall