ARTS 3530 - History of Renaissance Art

(3) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 (grade of “C” or better); FILM 1005 or ARTS 1100 or MUSC 1100 or ENGL 2110 (grade of “C” or better); or consent of instructor.
A focused examination of the developments, styles and artists of the period from 1370 through the 16th Century in European Art. An examination of paintings, sculpture, prints and architecture of the early, high and late Renaissance in Italy, France, Flanders, England, the Netherlands and Spain and the Spanish possessions. A chronological and comparative study, emphasis is placed on the distinct contributions of specific artists and of different regions. The economic, philosophical, religious, political and cultural developments of the Renaissance are explored in detail. Outside readings are incorporated into class discussions.