Description
This course surveys twentieth century art history by examining
modern art and architecture - its sources, origins, many
manifestations, alternatives and reactions toward it. As complex and
contradictory as twentieth century art may appear, students will
learn that it is still soundly based on the art of the past. Class
lectures, discussions, readings, and occasional visits to galleries
will reveal that the visual arts serve many purposes and can be
approached in a number of ways ranging from the reflection of
historical events to complex visual and symbolic meanings.
Prerequisite: LAR112, Honors LAR, or instructor approval. (3 s.h.)