This course is designed to familiarize students with the major movements of western art 1400 - 1914 and to provide them with methods and vocabulary for analyzing works of art. Style and content are considered as well as the context in which the works were made. Examples are drawn from European art only.
Painting is emphasized more than architecture or sculpture.
It is strongly suggested that students have ready access to an adequate computer with the proper browser and audio capabilities, and the ability to communicate via e-mail. Instructors may require the frequent use of e-mail and may provide important course materials and information online. Dr. Stephanie Spencer is an Associate Professor in the Department of History, and has been with NC State since 1985. She has a Ph.D. in Art History from the University of Michigan. Her research specialty area is in 19th Century Photography.