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History of Art in Spain
Arabic Cultural Studies in Granada Program
Granada, Spain
Dates: late Jan 2026 - late May 2026
History of Art in Spain
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: University of Granada
Location: Granada, Spain
Primary Subject Area: Art History
Instruction in: English
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
DESCRIPTION
The Spanish Art History course offers a chronological survey of Spanish art from the beginning of civilization to the present time (Prehistory to the 20th century), including the most modern trends and ideas in the ever-changing world of art. The course combines proper historical techniques and procedures with an emphasis on the unique position and role played by the artist and the work of art, its social-historical context, etc.
The course is divided chronologically. Class discussion is centered on representative Paintings, Sculptures, and Architectural compositions from each period, all of it related to matters of style, techniques as well as socio-cultural contexts. Lessons are illustrated with slides, video tapes and other complementary material as well as interactive activities relating the Prado Museum.
The course is divided chronologically. Class discussion is centered on representative Paintings, Sculptures, and Architectural compositions from each period, all of it related to matters of style, techniques as well as socio-cultural contexts. Lessons are illustrated with slides, video tapes and other complementary material as well as interactive activities relating the Prado Museum.