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May 16, 2024
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GRST 215 - The Art and Archaeology of Ancient EgyptSemester Offered: Spring 1 unit(s) (Same as ART 215 ) Ancient Egypt has long fascinated the public with its pyramids, mummies, and golden divine rulers. This course provides a survey of the archaeology, art, and architecture of ancient Egypt from the prehistoric cultures of the Nile Valley through the period of Cleopatra’s rule and Roman domination. Topics to be studied include the art of the funerary cult and the afterlife, technology and social organization, and court rituals of the pharaohs, along with aspects of everyday life. Ms. D’Ambra.
Prerequisite(s): ART 105 -ART 106 or GRST 216 or GRST 217 , or permission of the instructor.
Two 75-minute periods.
Courses in English translation, numbered X00-X19 are taught entirely in English. No knowledge of Greek or Latin is required.
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