THEA401 HISTORY OF ARTS
| Course Code: |
6430401 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): |
3(3-1) |
| ECTS Credit: |
5.0 |
| Department: |
Music And Fine Arts |
| Language of Instruction: |
English |
| Level of Study: |
Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: |
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| Offered Semester: |
Fall Semesters. |
Course Content
This course surveys the history of art in western and non-western traditions from 14th century to the last decades of 20th century. The course emphasizes the connections among historical, political, social, religious and artistic developments, showing how artists are influenced by the culture and time in which they live. It aims to identify the major art movements from 14th century to the last decades of 20th century. The students are supposed to recognize the works and contributions of the major artists in each movement. It searches how past art movements and styles influence today s art. The course encourages the students to develop their vocabulary of art terms.
