Introduction to Ancient Art (224-0-1)

Instructors

Ann C Gunter
847/467-0873
Kresge 4333

Meeting Info

Block Pick-Laudati Auditorium: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

Some of the most influential works of art and architecture and enduring styles in world history were created in the ancient cultures of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Iran, Greece, and the Roman Empire. In this course we investigate their artistic traditions, styles, and built environments, focusing on the highlights—by general consensus—of these cultures' artistic and technological achievements. Primary objectives are to analyze the key monuments that have influenced both Western and global art over the centuries, along with acquiring skills in visual literacy and an understanding of art historical methods and aims. Another goal is to gain insight into the specific historical contexts in which buildings, sculptures, and paintings were produced and reproduced, and the particular political, social, and religious functions they served. To provide exposure to a wide variety of material within a critical framework, we will examine specific case studies to supplement textbook readings.

Class Materials (Required)

Kleiner, Fred S. Gardner's Art Through the Ages - Backpack Edition, Book A: Antiquity. 15th ed. Cengage Learning, 2016. 978-1-285-83798-7

Class Notes

Please use the following link for Art History waitlist information: https://arthistory.northwestern.edu/courses/2023-2024/registration_waitlist.html

Class Attributes

Historical Studies Foundational Discipline
Literature and Arts Foundational Discipline
Historical Studies Distro Area
Interdisciplinary Distro-rules apply
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area

Associated Classes

DIS - Kresge Centennial Hall 2-325: Fri 9:00AM - 9:50AM

DIS - Kresge Centennial Hall 2-331: Fri 1:00PM - 1:50PM