Courses in Art History
A Arh 170L (formerly A Arh 150L) Survey of Art in the Western World I (3)
General Education: HA
Survey of art from prehistoric times through the 14th century focusing on architecture, sculpture and painting of the ancient Near East and Europe.A Arh 171L (formerly A Arh 151L) Survey of Art in the Western World II (3)
General Education: HA
Survey of art from the 14th century to the present focusing on painting, sculpture and architecture of Europe and the Americas.A Arh 260 (formerly A Art 290) Introduction to Cinema (3)
Survey of the silent and sound classics of the cinema with emphasis on the changing conceptions of cinematographic form and content. Screenings of selected European and American films.A Arh 265 History of Photography (3)
A survey of photography from its invention in 1839 to recent trends. Emphasizes why it was developed, the major19th century documentary and artistic uses, and the extraordinary range of 20th century explorations. An integrated approach tied to parallel social and artistic events.A Arh 273 History of Printmaking (3)
History of fine art techniques for reproducing images from the 14th century to the present, including woodcut, engraving, etching, lithography, photography. May not be offered during 1999-2000.A Arh 274 Islamic Art and Architecture (3)
This course focuses on the art and architecture of the Islamic peoples in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa from the seventh through the sixteenth century. We will consider the philosophical, political, religious and social context of Islamic visual culture.A Arh 280L (= A Eac 280L) Chinese Painting (3)
General Education: CHP & HA
Introduces students to the major works of traditional Chinese painting and analyzes those works to arrive at an understanding of life in traditional China. The major class activity will be viewing, discussing and analyzing slides of Chinese paintings. Only one of A Arh 280L and A Eac 280L may be taken for credit.A Arh 298 Topics in Art History (3)
Introductory study of a special topic in Art History not otherwise covered in the curriculum. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies.A Arh 303 (= A Cla 303) Early Christian Art and Architecture (3)
An examination of early Christian art and architecture from their beginnings in the third century to the death of Justinian in 565. Architecture, painting, mosaic and the minor arts are examined in their historical setting. A Arh 303Z & A Cla 303Z are the writing intensive versions of A Arh 303 & A Cla 303; only one of the four courses may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Cla 209, or A Clc 134, or A Arh 170L.A Arh 303Z (= A Cla 303Z) Early Christian Art and Architecture (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 303Z & A Cla 303Z are the writing intensive versions of A Arh 303 & A Cla 303; only one of the four courses may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Cla 209, or A Clc 134, or A Arh 170L.A Arh 331 (formerly A Arh 361L) Early Medieval And Romanesque Art (3)
An examination of European architecture, painting, sculpture and minor arts from the 6th to the 12th century. Course covers early Germanic and Celtic art, Carolingian and Ottonian periods. French. English, German, Italian Romanesque architecture and sculpture of the Pilgrimage route of Santiago, Monastic manuscript illumination, mural painting, objects in bronze and precious metals. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L or permission of instructor.A Arh 332 (formerly A Arh 362L) Gothic Art and Architecture (3)
Examines Gothic Art of the 13th and 14th Centuries in France and its spread throughout Europe. Includes a study of religious and lay architecture (cathedrals, castles, town halls); cathedral sculpture; stained glass, murals and mosaics; manuscript illumination, painted altarpieces and art of precious metals. Prerequisite(s): A Art 170L or 331 or permission of instructor.A Arh 332Z (formerly A Arh 362L) Gothic Art and Architecture (3)
A Arh 332Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 332; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L or permission of instructor.A Arh 341 (formerly A Arh 371L) Renaissance Art of the 15th Century (3)
An examination of art and architecture produced in Italy and Northern Europe during the 1400's. Italian art will concentrate on major architects, sculptors and painters, chiefly in Florence and including Umbria, Marches and North Italy. Art in Northern Europe will concentrate on the Netherlands and Germany, and will cover primarily panel painting and graphic art. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L or 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 342 (formerly A Arh 372L) Renaissance Art of the 16th Century (3)
An examination of art and architecture produced in Italy and Northern Europe during the period known generally as the High Renaissance. Emphasis will be placed on the work of individual artists such as Leonardo, Michaelangelo, Dürer, and Bruegel, as well as on specific artistic themes and their relation to social, religious and theoretical concerns. A Arh 342Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 342; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 342Z (formerly A Arh 372L) Renaissance Art of the 16th Century (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 342Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 342; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 350 Southern Baroque Art (3)
A study of the painting, sculpture and architecture produced in Italy, France and Spain during the 17th Century. Attention will focus on the religious, political and ceremonial demands of the Catholic Church and the royal courts, as well as on the careers of individual artists such as Bernini, Borromini, Caravaggio, Poussin and Velasquez. A Arh 350Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 350; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 350Z Southern Baroque Art (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 350Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 350; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 351 Northern Baroque Art (3)
An examination of the painting and graphic art produced in the Netherlands in the 17th Century. Flemish art in the service of the English court will also be featured. In addition to studying artistic trends and individual artists such as Rubens and Rembrandt, students will explore the social needs and values of Dutch, Flemish and English audiences. A Arh 351Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 351; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 351Z Northern Baroque Art (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 351Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 351; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 352 (formerly A Arh 382) 18th Century Art in Europe (3)
A study of painting, sculpture, architecture, garden design, graphic and decorative arts produced in Europe during the 18th century. Special emphasis will be placed on the original context, use and significance of different types of art. A Arh 352Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 352; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 352Z (formerly A Arh 382) 18th Century Art in Europe (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 352Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 352; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 361 European Screen Masters (3)
Study of selected films of Fritz Lang, F. W. Murnau, Sergei Eisenstein, V. I. Pudovkin, and Carl Dreyer. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 260.A Arh 363 Art of American Silent Films (3)
Development of the silent film in America, ranging from 1903 to 1930. Examines the works of directors Chaplin, Keaton, Mal St. Clair, Lubitsch, King Vidor, and others. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 260. May not be offered during 1999-2000.A Arh 365 (formerly A Arh 491) Modern Art I (3)
Survey of the first phase of Modernism, focusing on painting and sculpture in Europe and the USA from circa 1780-1880. Movements covered include Neo-Classicism, Romanticism, Realism, and Impressionism; artists include David, Goya, Manet, Cassatt. A Arh 365Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 365; only one of the two courses may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 365Z (formerly A Arh 491) Modern Art I (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 365Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 365; only one of the two courses may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 366 (formerly A Arh 492 ) Modern Art II (3)
Survey of Modern art from circa 1880-1945, focusing on painting and sculpture of Europe and the Americas. Movements covered include Post-impressionism, Cubism, German Expressionism, Dada, Surrealism; artists include Van Gogh, Picasso, Kollwitz, Duchamp, O'Keeffe, Douglas, Kahlo. A Arh 366Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 366; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 366Z (formerly A Arh 492Z) Modern Art II (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 366Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 366; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 432 (formerly A Arh 462) Gothic Painting (3)
Study of the style and technique of stained glass, manuscript illumination, wall and panel painting in the 13th and 14th centuries, with emphasis on France and Italy. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L and junior or senior class standing, or permission of instructor.A Arh 442 (formerly A Arh 472) Early Painting of the Netherlands (3)
Study of northern Renaissance panel and manuscript painting from Jan van Eyck to Bruegel. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L or A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 450 (formerly A Arh 482) Rococo Art and Society (3)
Examination of the use and significance of the art produced in France and England in the style known as Rococo. Special attention will be given to the nature of Rococo art and to its association with social, political and aesthetic concerns of 18th-century artists and audiences. Local and regional collections of Rococo art will be used. A Arh 450Z is the writing intensive version of 450; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 450Z (formerly 482Z) Rococo Art and Society (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 450Z is the writing intensive version of 450; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 460 (formerly A Art 490) Special Topics in Cinema (3)
In-depth study of selected topics in film not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Can be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 260.A Arh 466 Art Criticism of the Modern Period (3)
A study of the major European and American critics of 20th century art up to circa 1970. Student essays in criticism of actual artworks will emphasize understanding of historically significant critical perspectives, as well as the development of personal approaches to criticism. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L; permission of instructor; junior or senior status.A Arh 467 Art Criticism of the Post-Modern Period (3)
Investigation of practice and theory of contemporary art criticism. Readings will concentrate on critics and writers from the 1970's to the present. In writing about works of art, students will practice basic critical skills of description, formal analysis, interpretation, and articulation of personal responses. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L; permission of instructor; junior or senior status.A Arh 467Z Art Criticism of the Post-Modern Period(3)
General Education: WI
Investigation of practice and theory of contemporary art criticism. Readings will concentrate on critics and writers from the 1970's to the present. In writing about works of art, students will practice basic critical skills of description, formal analysis, interpretation, and articulation of personal responses. A Arh 467Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 467; only one can be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L; permission of instructor; junior or senior status.A Arh 468 (formerly A Arh 490) Art Since 1945 (3)
Survey and critical analysis of art from circa 1945 to the present. The course will cover directions in late Modernism and Post- modernism, including Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, Minimalism, Feminist Art, Graffiti Art and Political Art. A Arh 468Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 468; only one can be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 468Z (formerly A Arh 490Z) Art Since 1945 (3)
A Arh 468Z is the writing intensive version of A Arh 468; only one may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 475 (formerly A Arh 455; = A Wss 475) Women in Art (3)
Survey of women artists from 1550 to the present, including Artemesia Gentileschi, Elizabeth Vigee-Lebrun, Mary Cassatt, Alice Neel. The course also includes a feminist analysis of images of women since the Renaissance. A Arh 475Z & A Wss 475Z are the writing intensive versions of A Arh 475 & A Wss 475Z; only one of the four courses may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L and junior or senior class standing, or permission of instructor.A Arh 475Z (formerly A Arh 455; = A Wss 475Z) Women in Art (3)
General Education: WI
A Arh 475Z & A Wss 475Z are the writing intensive versions of A Arh 475 & A Wss 475Z; only one of the four courses may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 171L and junior or senior class standing, or permission of instructor.A Arh 490 Internship in Art History (3)
Supervised placement in an institution devoted to the collection, exhibition and/or conservation of works of art, such as the Albany Institute of History and Art or the State Conservation Laboratory. Provides practical experience in working with original works of art and includes research and writing projects. Art History majors may use 3 credits toward course requirements above the 300 level. May be repeated for credit, with permission of supervising instructor. Internships are open only to qualified juniors and seniors who have an overall grade point average of 2.50 or higher. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L and A Arh 171L. S/U Graded.A Arh 497 Independent Study (1-4)
Directed reading and/or research in a selected area. May be repeated with approval of department chair. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior class standing, and permission of instructor and department chair.A Arh 498 Topics in Art History (3)
In-depth study of selected topics in art history not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Can be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Prerequisite(s): A Arh 170L or A Arh 171L or permission of instructor.A Arh 499 Senior Seminar in Art History (3)
An examination of the methodology and research skills of art history. The course will include discussions of readings and student seminar presentations. Prerequisite(s): Art History major and senior class standing. Offered spring semester only.
