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ART 232-01, History of Western Art II, Fall 2011
King, Elliot
King, Elliot
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ART 232 is a survey of Western Art from the Renaissance to the present. This course provides fundamental
training in art history (including formal analysis, contemporary methodologies, and comparative and
contextual study) along with an introduction to the artistic tradition of Western European art. Among the
themes we will examine are: the development of naturalism in Renaissance art and its eventual
abandonment in the late nineteenth century, the use of art as a form of political and/or spiritual
propaganda, the continuing debt to classical ideals and styles, the effect of new technologies and
materials on architecture, the development of new styles over the past century, and the changing status of
the artist within Western society.
Primary emphasis during the course is on placing the art within a rich social, historical and cultural context.
The textbook provides wide coverage and chronological sequence, while lectures focus on specific objects
in given time periods. In addition, readings and discussions will highlight issues in interpretation. Students
are expected to utilize visual, verbal, and written skills throughout the class. Required course work includes
examinations, papers and research projects, in addition to daily reading, image study, and discussion.
Art 232 is the second half of a survey designed to introduce students to the history of Western art from its
beginnings in the prehistoric period to the twenty-first century. Students are not expected to have had any
previous experience with art history. Art 232 is a lecture course with some classroom discussion. It carries
F3 and F5 credit.
The class aims to give students the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and engage with art,
wherever they find it.
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This syllabus was submitted to the Rhodes College Office of Academic Affairs by the course instructor.