ART113 European Art 1850-1920 (8)
AbstractThis subject introduces students to the study of European art, focussing on those developments which established the foundations of modern art. The subject identifies some of the major concepts, themes, movements and stylistic developments in art during the period 1850-1920. Aspects of the history of the decorative arts and design and of photography are included. |
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Session 1 | Online | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ART113
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Communication and Creative Industries |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to demonstrate knowledge of the major developments in art, design and photography in Europe during the period studied; be aware of some of the wider social, literary and philosophical backgrounds to the production of art during the period studied; possess skills required for and confidence in analysing works of visual art. |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: The subject will cover the following topics:
Romanticism and Realism
Impressionism
Ruskin and the Pre-Raphaelites
The Arts and Crafts Movement
Photography - history and influences
Post-Impressionism
Symbolism and Art Nouveau
The Fauves
Cubism, Futurism, Vorticism
Expressionism |
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.