ARTH 351 - Medieval European Art: Diversity, Faith, and Power

Units: 3
Three hours lecture per week
Explores the diversity of the arts, architecture, and visual and material culture of Europe, Central and Western Asia, and North Africa, ca. 200-1400 CE. Examines artworks and objects created within polytheistic, Jewish, Christian, and Islamic contexts. Investigates the major social, political, religious, historical, and cross-cultural influences on the visual arts and architecture during this period and reflects on the roles of historical artworks in the contemporary world.
Graded: Letter Grade