This course studies aspects of the art of the ancient Greek world from the Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period, and of the Italian peninsula, including Etruscan art, to the end of the Roman Republic. Topics will include the design, function and decoration of buildings in cities and sanctuaries; developments in sculpture, painting, ceramics, metalwork and coinage in relation to the society. There will be a focus on works which have influenced later art and on ancient theories about art. Use will be made of the antiquities in the Classics Museum in the ANU and there will be a visit to the Nicholson Museum in the University of Sydney.

To satisfy course requirements students will develop as basic knowledge of Greek art and architecture, main aesthetic concepts concepts involved and an understanding of the changing role of art in Greek society from the Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period.

On-line essay 3000 words 40%, on-line tutorial discussion paper 2000 words 30%, participation in on-line forum 20%

26 on-line lectures and 7 on-line tutorial exercises

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Pedley, J G, Greek Art and Archaeology, Cassell Antiquities: A Description of the Classics Department Museum in the ANU, ANU

Spivey, N J, Greek Art, Phaidon

* Pedley, J G, Greek Art and Archaeology, Cassell Antiquities: A Description of the Classics Department Museum in the ANU, ANU
* Spivey, N J, Greek Art, Phaidon

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