3818 Art of Renaissance Europe Content of this course varies, and may consider any aspect of European art of the 14th through 16th centuries. Content changes to focus on Italy, or Northern Europe, or to survey the entire period. This course considers European arts of the 17th century. It may focus on Italy or Northern Europe. This class studies the development of 20th century art in Europe and the U.S., including painting, sculpture, architecture, performance, photography, and conceptual art.
Students also become familiar with issues of modern art theory and criticism.
This course covers very recent developments in western art in a wide range of media. Contemporary Postmodern theory and criticism are discussed. In this class the historical roots, theoretical and philosophical underpinnings, and actual practice of connoisseurship are studied using objects from the museum's collection. ARTH 3839 Topics in Modern Art Selected themes and topics from 18th century to present. India, China, and Japan.