760-131 Reason & Passion: Cultural Paradigms

This is an interdisciplinary studies (T) subject. It may be credited to any subject area for the purposes of completing a major.

This subject provides a cross-disciplinary examination of selected schools of thought, aesthetic constructs and ideologies manifested in pre-20th century Western art. Themes to be addressed will be drawn from the following categories: classicism, art and reason, art and romantic passion, links between philosophical speculation and culture, art of antiquity, mythology, rituals and social context, patronage and classical transformations in culture, and the conditions and politics of realism in the creative arts.

A research project equivalent to 2250 words, a seminar presentation and written paper equivalent to 1000 words, and class participation including class tests equivalent to 750 words. Minimum 80% attendance (hurdle requirement).