ART227 20th Century American Painting and Sculpture
The aim of this course is to provide a basic knowledge of the painting and sculpture produced in the United States during the 20th century. The development of our heritage in art will be traced within the context of the historical setting, as well as within the tradition of Western culture, especially in relationship to the development of modernism and abstract art. Special attention will be given to uniquely American aspects and developments of our artistic history. The key works of art of each period will be studied as examples of stylistic change and as documents of their time. The student will become familiar with the basic "vocabulary" of works and artists. Not open to students who have completed ART 200 (American Art & Architecture), this course is taught in a five-week format.
Credit Hours: 1