A study of Greek painting, sculpture and architecture from the Cycladic to the Hellenistic period, and an examination of Roman Art from the Etruscan age to the beginning of Christian Art. Emphasis is placed on the Greek Classical period and the Roman Empire. Although class discussion is strongly encouraged, this is primarily a lecture course based upon the visual content of works of art presented by way of projected slides. Attendance is highly recommended for every class meeting.
Students are responsible for the content of all lectures and assigned reading materials.
Prentice Hall, 1999. Cambridge University Press, 1990. Cambridge University Press, 1991. Brendel, Prolegomena to Roman Art. Penguin Books, 1990.