AHIS 328: Studies in Global Modernisms
| Subject | AHIS |
|---|---|
| Course No | 328 |
| Academic Level | TR |
| Credits | 3.00 |
| Description | This special topics course focuses on the
interpretation of Modernism as developed across a
particular geographic area (e.g. South America,
Asia, Africa). Taking a thematic approach the
course will address the relations of exchange and
translation involved in the historical
development of modernist ideas, practices and
material production around the globe. Study of
the significant cultural, political, geographical
and historical specificities folded into the
category of Modernism encourages a critical
awareness regarding how and under what conditions
an art historical movement becomes prominent.
These questions regarding the emergence and
continuing impact of diverse Modernisms will be
engaged through an in-depth study of the images
and forms associated with the movement.
Each section of this course runs with a different topic. See here. |