PreparED Study Materials
HA 340: History and Philosophy of Design
School: Kansas
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Videos
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Art History: Cultural Origins via Artistic Expression
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Explore the rich tapestry of human expression through art in this video. Journey from prehistoric cave paintings to the grandeur of Egyptian pharaohs, the intricate narratives of Sumerian relief sculptures, the realistic depictions of Akkadian rulers, and the monumental Assyrian bas-reliefs. Discover how art served diverse purposes, from the spiritual to the political, providing a profound connection to our ancestors' innermost thoughts and emotions across millennia.
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Art History: Mesopotamia to Roman Innovations
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Discover the rich history of ancient art, from the divine sculptures and ziggurats of Mesopotamia to the grandeur of Roman architecture and mosaics. Explore how each civilization showcased its beliefs, ideals, and values. This journey highlights the transformative power of creativity and humanity's timeless desire to immortalize existence.
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Art History: Mesopotamia to Roman Innovations
Want To Learn More? To watch the entire video and ALL of the videos in the series:
Discover the rich history of ancient art, from the divine sculptures and ziggurats of Mesopotamia to the grandeur of Roman architecture and mosaics. Explore how each civilization showcased its beliefs, ideals, and values. This journey highlights the transformative power of creativity and humanity's timeless desire to immortalize existence.
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Canvas of Faith: Artistic Evolution from Rome to Gothic
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Spanning the era from the Roman Empire's twilight to the soaring pinnacles of the Gothic era, this visual exploration unravels art's intricate dance with faith, politics, and culture. Witness the metamorphosis: as Roman motifs gracefully meld with Christian narratives, Byzantine mosaics shimmer with theology, Romanesque art pulsates with pilgrimages, and Gothic cathedrals reach skyward, illuminating humanity's timeless aspiration towards the divine.