Time Schedule:
Joanne Snow-Smith
ART H 400
Seattle Campus
Courses on special topics, frequently by visiting faculty, which cannot be offered on a continuing basis. Consult art history office for subjects offered.
Class description
WINTER 2006, Undergraduate seminar in Italian Renaissance art: "Italian Renaissance Art and Ancient Art: An enduring attraction" The word "Renaissance" comes from the French and means "rebirth" - the rebirth of ancient learning and art. We shall investigate the many prototypes of Italian Renaissance art that had their origin in the classical past and trace them in style, meaning and transformation in the Renaissance.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
There will be weekly readings and papers in regard to them. The class meets every Thursday in Room 312 in the School of Art Building from 12:30 to 3:20.
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
Grades will be determined by class participation, weekly readings and one-page papers, and a final written research paper.