Fall 2009
FINA-A 155 CN 29975 3cr
INTRODUCTION TO AFRICAN ART
Mondays and Wednesdays
11:15 – 12:05 p.m. + Friday Discussion
Fine Arts 102
Instructor: Diane Pelrine
From masks as tall as people to figures bristling with nails, African art presents an exciting visual diversity. This course surveys the major themes and art traditions of sub-Saharan Africa, examining materials, styles, functions, meanings and the contexts in which art is used. It also provides considerable cultural background and makes extensive use of our outstanding collections in the IU Art Museum. The focus is on traditional arts, but contemporary art is also discussed.
Requirements: readings, map quiz, 3 non-cumulative exams, 2 short papers.
