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May 20, 2024
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2022-2023 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]
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ADAH 362 - Egyptian Art and Archaeology
Credits: 3
This course will explore Egyptian material culture from the Predynastic period through the Roman period. The material introduced covers a broad chronological span that witnessed the construction of some of the most powerful monuments of the ancient world. Students will explore the beginning of Egyptian culture and settlement along the banks of the Nile River, the development of monumental architecture, including the pyramid complex at Giza, and innovations in sculpture, painting, and precious objects that would influence the Greeks and later civilizations. Discussions of Egyptian culture, religion, and history provide a context for examinations of works of art. Readings and museum visits supplement slide lectures and provide a point of departure for in-class discussion. This course will provide a through introduction to the art and architecture of Egyptian culture and will examine recent discoveries uncovered through archaeological investigations.
General Education Area: Fine Arts
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