2019-2020 Catalog

ARTH 283 Renaissance Architecture In Italy

This course examines the development of Italian Renaissance architecture, from about 1300 to about 1550. It will consider buildings in the civic and ecclesiastic context, both sacred and secular. The evolution of this tradition will be studied in relationship to issues of function and structure; contemporary writing; and religious, political, and economic influences.

Credits

4 units

Core Requirements Met

  • Pre-1800
  • Regional Focus