This course surveys significant art and artifacts from prehistoric to medieval Gothic times. Emphasis is on the cyclical nature of dominant themes in the world of art. The course provides a basis for students to understand and appreciate the intercultural concepts, theories, and analysis associated with ancient to pre-Renaissance sculpture, architecture, painting, illumination, and metalcraft. Students will complete writing assignments appropriate for the course and subject. Note: Because colleges divide historical periods differently, completing the entire Survey of Art sequence at one college is strongly recommended.
Appropriate assessment score or completion/concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1422 with a grade of C or better
- Prehistoric Art
- Art of the Ancient Near East
- Art of Ancient Egypt
- Art of the Aegean
- Art of Ancient Greece
- Etruscan and Roman Art
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Develop a basic art vocabulary.
- Learn to analyze ancient artwork through examination of the elements of art and principles of design.
- Connect the economic, political, and social factors of a given time period and location to the creation of art.
- Recognize the inherent value in art, regardless of the region, style, time period, materials, methods used, etc.
- Comprehend the cross-cultural influences on the creation of art.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the various theories related to the origins of art.
- Recognize the influence of ancient to classical art on western art development.