An historical survey of western architecture, sculpture, and painting, concentrating on a limited number of major works from key periods. Training in visual analysis is emphasized, so that the student can learn to understand the ideas conveyed in works of art. Architecture and sculpture studied in the first semester, painting in the second semester. Lectures and one weekly conference hour in small groups. One or two 2- to 3-page papers each semester, each analyzing a college building or one or two original works of art from the collections of the Williams College Museum of Art and the Clark Art Institute; six short quizzes; participation in conference discussions; hour test; and a final exam. ArtH 101-102 cannot be taken on a pass/fail basis; however, the course may be audited. Students who have audited ArtH 101-102 (lectures and conferences) on a registered basis may enroll in any Art History course at the 200 or 300 level. Enrollment limited to 285, with priority given to underclassmen. Open to first-year students. In 1999-2000, ArtH 102 will be taught in the fall and ArtH 101 in the spring.

Hour: First Semester: E. GRUDINSecond Semester: E. J. JOHNSON