Listed in: Art and the History of Art, as ARHA-186 | Latinx and Latin Amer Studies, as LLAS-186
Chris Couch (Section 01)
(Offered as ARHA 186 and LLAS 186) This course provides an introduction to the Pre-Columbian art and architecture of the Americas. It explores major traditions in architecture and city planning, murals, sculpture, painting, masks, and textiles. The first half of the semester concentrates on Preclassic and Classic Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America); the second on Postclassic Mesoamerica, North America, and the Andes.
Fall semester. Visiting Professor Couch.
Section 01
Tu 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM CHAP 210
Th 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM CHAP 210
This is preliminary information about books for this course. Please contact your instructor or the Academic Coordinator for the department, before attempting to purchase these books.
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Author(s) | Comment | Book Store | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maya Art and Architecture | Thames and Hudson | Mary Ellen Miller and Megan O’Neil | Required | Amherst Books | TBD | |
| The Art of Mesoamerica | Thames and Hudson | Mary Ellen Miller | Required | Amherst Books | TBD | |
| Art of the Andes: From Chavín to Inca | Thames and Hudson | Rebecca R. Stone | Required | Amherst Books | TBD |
These books are available locally at Amherst Books.