The University of St. Thomas
Art of Mesoamerica
Title:Art of Mesoamerica
Course Number:265
College:College of Arts & Sciences
Instructor:Barnes, William L
Time:1525 - 1700
Location:O'Shaugnessy Education Center St Paul
Room:OEC 203
Credit Hours Start Date End Date Days Available Enrollment Maximum
4 09/05 12/21 M  -  W   -  - 24 0 24
Course Description:
A survey of Pre-Columbian art and architecture of Ancient Mesoamerica (parts of present day Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador). Specific artistic practices, iconography, and the cultural contexts of selected works of art and architecture will be covered. Course participants will be expected to address the significance of various culture groups within Mesoamerica and be able to discuss, in an informed manner, the salient characteristics and cultural context of slect major works of art and architecture. This course fulfills the fine arts and human diversity requirements within the core curriculum.