ARTH 314 - Art and Archaeology of Early Christianity (4)

Introduces the sources, methodologies, and current debates focusing on the visual and material culture of early Christianity from the 1st century through the 6th century CE. Topics include the context of early Christianity; the archaeology of religion and ritual; the visual language of Christianity in private and public contexts; pilgrimage and creating sacred topographies; and the role of architecture in the new religion. Even years Fall.