ART 3573 - Islamic Art and Architecture

This course deals with concepts of the Islamic art and architecture from the seventh century until the modern period. Students discuss various models of the Islamic city and how its art and architecture developed in response to changing historical, economic, and cultural conditions. By critically reviewing the literature, students also identify different approaches to the study of Islamic art and architecture such as formalistic, historical, religious, idealistic, morphological, and sociological.

Credit Hours: 3

Enrollment Restrictions: Junior or senior standing.