ARTH 3150 - Roman Art (3 Credit Hours)

Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course chronologically and thematically approaches the history of ancient Roman art and architecture from the time of Romulus to the mid fourth century CE and selectively covers the remains of Roman civilization on three continents. Content spans from Eturia through the Republic and Empire, and concludes with an introduction to the art of Early Christianity. Themes including architectural basics, materials and techniques, written sources, religion and mythology, art and society, and the relationship of patron and artist are among topics addressed. Students will engage in a variety of activities both in and out of the classroom including lecture, discussion, research, and/or writing exercises.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ARTH 2531.