Dec 04, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog 
    
Catalog Navigation
  Catalog Home
  Admissions
  Expenses and Payments
  Financial Aid
  Academic Calendar
  Academic Policies and Procedures
  Academic Programs
  Academic Departments, Programs, and Requirements for Majors and Minors
  Course Numbering and Prefixes
  Course Descriptions
  Student Affairs
  Athletics
  UNC Asheville—Our History and Accreditation
  Mission and Values
  UNC Asheville Board of Trustees
  Administration
  Faculty
  Distinguished Teaching Awards
  The University of North Carolina System
  University Rules and Regulations
  Student Code Of Community Standards and Citizenship
  Student Appeals, Complaints, Grievances and Academic Misconduct
  Appendices
  Current and Archived Catalogs (pdf format)
HELP
2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ARTH 201 - Introduction to Art History I

(4)
Survey of the history of art and architecture throughout the world from the Paleolithic culture to the Middle Ages. Students examine and compare the historical context, social function, and artistic style of individual works of art and architecture. This course also serves as an introduction to the study of art history by teaching specialized vocabulary and methodological concepts used in the visual analysis and interpretation of both art and architecture. Course emphasizes development of visual literacy skills through discussion sessions, writing exercises, and art viewing. Fall and Spring.