Twentieth Century
Italian Art
Credit hours: 3--Contact hours: 45
Course # 22-3140 SR
Dept: Art and Design
Course Description: This course will focus on the major art movements in
Italy over the last century. The course begins with an exploration of the
roots of the avant-garde trends in the Nineteenth century and topics covered
will range from the Divisionism to Macchiaioli; Futurism to Metaphysical
painting; the abstract movement of the 30’s to the materials of Burri;
the Arte Povera in the 70’s to present. Attention will be given to
social, political and technological influences. Important will be the discussion
of the relationship of the artist to the art movement.
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