AHI 210 Art of Ancient Rome

This course will examine painting, sculpture, architecture, and mosaics produced in Rome and throughout the Roman Empire from the 8th century BCE to the 4th century CE. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the cultural context in which each work was produced and the function and meaning of the work in its intended context. Some topics we will address include: art as political propaganda, the use of imperial architecture as a means of social control, and the role of art in religious ritual. Prerequisite: AHI 208. Spring (L05)

Credits

4