GRS 372

Art and Architecture of the Roman World

Units: 1.5, Hours: 3-0

A survey of Roman art and architecture relating the political and social development of the Roman people to their artistic expression. Examination of Etruscan art and architecture for its formative influence on Roman attitudes; Republican and Imperial Roman art in the context of historical events. Topics include the special character of Roman art, Hellenized and Italic modes of expression, portraiture, historical reliefs, function in art and architectural space and city planning.

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 372, CLAS 372, HA 317.

Prerequisites: One of 100, 102, 202, 203, 341, or permission of the department.

Undergraduate course in Greek and Roman Studies offered by the Department of Greek and Roman Studies in the Faculty of Humanities.