ARTH 29 INTRODUCTION TO WORLD ART

3 Units 3 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Survey of the visual arts of the world through the millennia, including the regions and cultures of Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Africa. Major emphasis is given to the development of the world’s most significant painting, sculpture, and architecture within their respective social, political and religious contexts. The course examines the roles of artist and patron, and the relationship between the art object and its intended function. Field trips may be required to complete course objectives.
Grading Method: GR - Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass
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