ARTHIST 310

Modernism and Design

Please note: this is archived course information from 2024 for ARTHIST 310.

Description

A study of the central role played by architecture and design within twentieth-century Modernism. Dealing with function, materials, decoration and Modernist theory, the course spans the period from Art Nouveau in the 1890s to World War II. The main focus will be on Europe and the United States, with some references to New Zealand.

Availability 2024

Not taught in 2024

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

ARTHIST 310: 15 points

Prerequisites

15 points at Stage II in Art History and 60 points passed

Restrictions

ARTHIST 210