Introduction To The Histories Of Art

This course delivers an introductory survey of Western Art History, from Classical to Early Modern Art. Where the weekly progression is chronological, the emphasis is upon a thematic and critical understanding of the art works and cultures of art production from the Western canon. Such themes are discussed in the context of both the socio-historical changes taking place in Western Europe and formal developments in art making. It also serves to introduce students to the subject of Art History as a critical discipline.