CLASS 0525 - ANCIENT EGYPTIAN ART AND ARCHAEOLOGY
Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
Long Description Over the course of some five millennia the ancient Egyptians developed their own distinctive material culture that was determined by their local geography, natural resources, socio-political concerns, and religious systems. This general survey course will trace the development of art and architecture throughout the Nile River Valley spanning from the Neolithic through the end of the Pharaonic Period. The ultimate goal of this course is for students to gain a deeper appreciation for the cultural significance of what we as modern scholars have classified as art. Students will learn to evaluate important works of art within their cultural, historical, and archaeological settings in order to better understand their purpose and significance for their intended audience. Course requirements include weekly readings, two assignments, a midterm, and a final exam. The course structure will consist of two weekly lectures on a particular theme with in-class discussion of the assigned readings at the end of each week. Students will also engage in a hands-on seal-making workshop, allowing them to get the feel of what it might have been like to practice that foundational craft. At the end of this course students will be able to discuss the origins and development of art in ancient Egypt and reference the most important works from each major phase of development. They will understand those works in their original contexts and have the skills to visually identify pieces from time periods.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade
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