ART 320: ANCIENT GREEK ART AND ARCHITECTURE MIDDLE BRONZE AGE TO 31 BCE Fall 2015 3 credits Professor Dr. Priscilla West westp@onid.orst.edu (541) 729-9866 Office 203 Fairbanks Hours: W 12:30-13:30 p.m. or by appointment Class Meetings: M/W 14:00-15:20 As a 3-credit course that extends over ten weeks of term plus finals week, this course combines 3 weekly in-class meeting hours (lectures combined with class discussion) with approximately 6 weekly hours of work outside of class meetings, totaling 90 hours. Course Description: Ancient Greek Art and Architecture focuses on the major artistic developments in Ancient Greece from the Middle Bronze Age to 31 BCE, and especially on the city-state of Athens during the Fifth Century. The student should expect to arrive at a clear understanding of the evolving elements of style in painting, sculpture, architecture, and the decorative arts during the historical period under consideration. Further, when it is possible and appropriate, the student should be capable of addressing change in individual, regional and period styles. Seeking to better understand the creation, function, and reception of art, this class will delineate political, economic, religious, intellectual and social context of different art historical periods and then it will use this contextual understanding as a framework for a more comprehensive understanding of art and artistic movements. You should plan to have each reading prepared in advance of the class for which it is assigned. Not only will your exams cover the reading content, but also exams will contain sections requiring knowledge of word meanings. These words appear in your Canvas lectures and their definitions are found in the Glossary at the end of both Pedley and Hurwit. Learning Resources: The required text is: 1. John Griffiths Pedley, Greek Art and Archaeology 5 th ed. (Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Thames & Hudson, 2012). ISBN: 978-0-205-00133-0 Since this book is expensive, I suggest renting an e-version. I have seen it at Amazon.com. The advantage of renting the e-version is that you have access to support documents such as a slide review system. However, I have also purchased a print copy that is on reserve in Valley Library. Suggested texts are: 1. Jeffrey Hurwit, The Athenian Acropolis (New York: Cambridge University, 1999). ISBN: 0-521-42834-3 Since the readings are brief in Jeffrey Hurwit, I will put a copy of this text on reserve. 2. Sylvan Barnet, A Short Guide to Writing About Art 10 th ed. (Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2010).ISBN: 978-0-205-70825-3 This is a valuable source of information for all students of art and art history.
2 3. Web-Based Resources: This syllabus and other course documents will be posted on Canvas and may be accessed from the OSU homepage. All images will be found in your texts or posted on Canvas. Lecture notes will not be posted on the web: it is your responsibility to be in class and to take your own notes. 4. CD-rom image reserve: Though you will see various comparative images in class, the images that will appear on examinations are all in the course textbooks. In addition there is a CD available in the Hurwit book. There will not be a separate web-based image reserve for this course. Course-specific Student Learning Outcomes: At the end of this course students will be able to: 1. Identify significant architectural and artistic monuments from Ancient Greece Demonstrated by image identification sections of the midterm and final exam 1. Interpret the influence of philosophical, historical, and/or artistic phenomena of Ancient Greece in relation to contemporary Western culture. Demonstrated by midterm and final exam essay discussions 2. Apply specific art historical vocabulary to the analysis of Ancient Greek art Demonstrated by vocabulary definitions and essay questions of the midterm and final exams 3. Analyze aspects of Western culture in relation to broader cultural, scientific, or social processes. Demonstrated by discussion within term paper 4. Recognize the seminal importance of Homeric literature to art of Ancient Greece and to the Western world. Demonstrated by midterm and final exam essay discussions Baccalaureate Core Successful completion of this course fulfills OSU s Baccalaureate Core requirements in the Perspectives category under Literature and the Arts. Study of Literature and the Arts gives students the ability to recognize artistic methods by which pattern and meaning are found in human experience and to critique those methods. Through literature and the arts, students engage their own and other cultures, examine their values, and discover sources of lifelong pleasure. Baccalaureate Core Student Learning Outcomes for Perspectives/Literature and the Arts Students taking this course will: 1. Recognize literary and artistic forms/styles, techniques, and the cultural/historical contexts in which they evolve. 2. Analyze how literature/the arts reflect, shape, and influence culture. 3. Reflect critically on the characteristics and effects of literary and artistic works.
3 How Do These Baccalaureate Core Outcomes Apply to ART 320? By taking ART 320, you will learn how art reflects its culture and society by connecting particular developments in art to events such as the defense of Athens in 480 BCE. You will also consider how art changes culture and society, and how changes in art might be reflected in other forms of culture. You will learn to recognize artistic styles and techniques and situate them historically. You will understand the values and meanings that drive artistic production in a given Western cultural context and during a particular historical period and reflect critically on those values and meanings, considering them from your own point of view. These Baccalaureate Core outcomes will be assessed through the exams (Midterm and Final) and writing assignments of the course (Term Paper). Course-Specific Outcome Alignment with Category Learning Outcomes of the Baccalaureate Core (Perspectives/Literature and the Arts) Course Learning Outcome 1. Identify significant architectural and artistic monuments from Ancient Greece 2. Interpret the influence of philosophical, historical, and/or artistic phenomena of Ancient Greece in relation to contemporary Western culture 3. Apply specific art historical vocabulary to the analysis of Ancient Greek art 4. Analyze aspects of Western culture in relation to broader cultural, scientific, or social processes 5. Recognize the seminal importance of Homeric literature to art of Ancient Greece and to the Western world. Bacc Core Learning Outcomes CSLO-L&A #1: Recognize literary and artistic artistic forms/styles and the cultural/historical contexts in which they evolve CSLO-L&A #1, 2: Recognize cultural/historical contexts; Analyze how literature/the arts reflect, shape, and influence culture CSLO-L&A #1 Recognize forms/styles CSLO-L&A #1, 3: Recognize cultural/historical contexts; Reflect critically on the characteristics and effects of literary and artistic works CSLO -L&A#1, 2,3 Evaluation of Student Performance: 1. Class Discussion: To facilitate the direct interaction of the students with artworks we will have frequent short, open discussions. These class discussions extend from comparative formal analysis to considerations of cultural, historical, and textual context. They are one of the ways in which you exercise critical thinking in this class: by asking questions about art and testing your mettle by analysis of the works. Through these class discussions, you
4 synthesize the information that you learn with your own interpretation, and test the credibility of your hypotheses and theories. These class discussions also involve an element of critically evaluating the textbook materials, and considering the multiple points of view expressed by course participants. 2. Lecture Attendance: More than two recorded absences will result in a lowering of your final grade. Perfect attendance will result in a boost to your final grade. Absence (in the event of illness or other extraordinary circumstances) may be excused, but in advance only. All requests should be communicated to the professor no later than 30 minutes before class time of the day of absence. Use my ONID address provided above. 3. Examinations: There will be a midterm exam and a final exam that will involve a combination of image identification questions, vocabulary definitions, and essay questions based upon artistic monuments and your readings. Makeup exams will not be allowed except under extraordinary circumstances. Please note the exam dates on your calendar at the beginning of term, and if you anticipate scheduling conflicts, you should consider withdrawing from the course before the add-drop deadline. 4. Term Paper: After a week I will offer a variety of paper topics along with a reference to a related art journal article. You are required to prepare a study on the art journal article focusing on the specific topic. Your grade for the paper will be based on the following elements: Your paper should include an extensive analysis of the thesis topic, the organization of discussion, the evidence and the manner in which it is presented, and a summary of the conclusion. Your paper should demonstrate critical thinking by explicitly articulating your assessment of the effectiveness of the evidence to support the thesis topic. Your paper should also address whether the references are accurately quoted, cited, and whether they are reflective of the original author s intent. Since most of the articles will be about specific art pieces, your analysis should include but not be limited to a consideration of the patronage of the piece, its function, its cultural sources and relevance, its artistic antecedents, and a judgment of how the formal qualities reflect these issues. A thorough consideration will require at least a 12-page annotated text. Although the images required to illustrate your ideas do not count towards the 12-page limit, they are required, and should be presented at the end of the paper, one image per individual pages and with appropriate numbers that correspond to your textual discussion. Your labels should indicate the artist (if known), title, place, material, size, and the precise source of your image. Throughout the term you will be asked to contribute to class discussions regarding your subject.
5 Grades: Course grades will be calculated to the following formula: Midterm exam 20% Final exam 35% Term paper 30% Class Discussion 10% Attendance 5% Your letter grade will be assigned to the final weighted total for the class in the following manner: A 100-94.0 C 76.65-73.32 A- 93.99-90.0 C- 73.31-70.0 B+ 89.99-86.66 ` D+ 69.99-66.66 B 86.65-83.32 D 66.65-63.32 B- 83.31-80.0 D- 63.31-60.0 C+ 79.99-76.66 F 59.99-0.00 Link to Statement of Expectations for Student Conduct: It is assumed that all students in this class will conduct themselves honorably and in observation of the university s code of academic integrity. Should plagiarism, cheating or academic misconduct occur, the cases will be pursued energetically. For details on the university s academic integrity policies, see http://oregonstate.edu/studentconduct/offenses-0 Statement Regarding Students with Disabilities Oregon State University is committed to student success; however, we do not require students to use accommodations nor will we provide them unless they are requested by the student. The student, as a legal adult, is responsible to request appropriate accommodations. The student must take the lead in applying to Disability Access Services (DAS) and submit requests for accommodations each term through DAS Online. OSU students apply to DAS and request accommodations at our Getting Started with DAS page. Diversity Statement: The School of Arts and Communication strives to create an affirming climate for all students including underrepresented and marginalized individuals and groups. Diversity encompasses differences in age, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, physical or mental ability, religion, socioeconomic background, veteran status, sexual orientation, and marginalized groups. We believe diversity is the synergy, connection, acceptance, and mutual learning fostered by the interaction of different human characteristics. Religious Holiday Statement Oregon State University strives to respect all religious practices. If you have religious holidays that are in conflict with any of the requirements of this class, please see me immediately so that we can make alternative arrangements.
6 SCHEDULE OF CLASS MEETINGS AND READINGS WEEK 1 Day 1 Day 2 WEEK 2 Day 3 Day 4 WEEK 3 Day 5 Day 6 WEEK 4 Day 7 Day 8 WEEK 5 Day 9 Day 10 WEEK 6 Day 11 Day 12 Introduction Historiography Geography [Pedley 10-29] Third Millenium Aegean c. 3000-2000 BCE [Pedley 30-43] Middle Bronze Age c. 2000-1550 BCE [Pedley 44-59] Late Bronze Age c. 1550-1100 BCE [Pedley 60-101] Dark Age and Geometric Greece c. 1100-700 BCE [Pedley 102-119] Orientalizing Period c. 700-600 BCE [Pedley 104-145] Archaic Greece c. 600-480 BCE [Pedley 146-205] Archaic (cont.) [Hurwit 49-86] Transition Period c. 480-450 BCE [Pedley 206-247]33 Transition Period (cont.) High Classical c. 450-400 BCE [Hurwit 87-154] The Acropolis [Hurwit 155-163]
7 WEEK 7 Day 13 Day 14 WEEK 8 Day 15 Day 16 WEEK 9 Day 17 Day 18 WEEK 10 Day 19 Day 20 The Acropolis (cont.) [Hurwit 164-191] Research paper workshop RESEARCH PAPER DUE The Acropolis (cont.) [Hurwit 192-223] Fourth Century c. 400-300 BCE [Pedley 288-375] Fourth Century (cont.) Fourth Century (cont.) Hellenistic Period c. 323-31 BCE [Pedley 338-385] Conclusion [Pedley 386/7] FINAL EXAM: During time designated by the Registrar s Office for this course COMPREHENSIVE FOR TERM MATERIALS BRING ONLY 2 PENS and NO PENCILS, one 4 x 6 card No cell phones-pagers-etc. permitted in class
8 Additional Recommended Learning Resources The following articles are available online through Valley Library: Alexander, Caroline. Ascent to Glory, National Geographic, (Aug 2004), 108-139. Frommolino, Ralph. A Goddess Goes Home, Smithsonian (November 2011): 40-49. Hadingham, Evan. Unlocking Mysteries of the Parthenon, Smithsonian, (Feb 2008), pp 36-43. Lobell, Jarrett A. Search for the Mycenaeans: Homer s Greece, Archaeology, (Jan/Feb 2008), pp.28-35. Greece and the Olympics: Past and Present, National Geographic, (Aug 2004), Geografica Greece welcomes return of antiquities, New York Times, (Sept 4, 2008). Riorden, Elizabeth, Visions of Troy, Archaeology, (Jan/Feb 2000), pp.52-59. Romey, Kristin M. All that Glitters is Scythian, Archaeology, (Jan/Feb 2000), pp.60-62. Relevant books available in Valley Library include but are not limited to: Biers, William R. The Archaeology of Greece (Ithaca, New York: Cornell University Press, 1987). DF77.B58 1987 Boardman, John. Greek Art (New York: Thames & Hudson, 1973). N 5630.B58 1973b Boardman, John. Athenian Red-Figure Vases: the Archaic Period (New York: Oxford University Press, 1979). NK 4649.B62 1979 Boardman, John. Athenian Black-Figure Vases (New York: Oxford University Press, 1974). NK 4648.B62 1974 Boardman, John. Greek Sculpture: the Archaic Period (New York: Oxford University Press, 1978). NB90.B62 1978b
9 Boardman, John and Donna Kurtz. Greek Burial Customs (Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Press, 1971). DF101.K87 1971 Hurwit, Jeffrey. The Art and Culture of Early Greece: 1100-480 BC. (Ithaca, NY: Cornell University Press, 1985). NX551.A1 H87 1985 Pollitt, J.J. Art and Experience in Classical Greece (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1972). N 5630.P54 1972 Richter, Gisela. A Handbook of Greek Art (NY: Phaidon, 1969). N5630.R5 1969 Richter, Gisela. Perspective in Greek and Roman Art (NY: Phaidon, 1970). N5610.R5 Robertson, Martin. A Shorter History of Greek Art (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1972). N 5630.R632 Robertson, Martin. Greek Painting (Geneva: Skira, 1959). ND 110.R6 Robertson, Martin. The Parthenon Frieze (NY: Oxford University Press, 1975). NB 91.A7 R62 Robertson, Martin. Hellenistic History and Culture (Berkeley: University of California, 1993). DF77.H5464 1993