ART 238 - Introduction to African Art

This course examines the traditional art and culture of Sub-Saharan Africa, concentrating on Yorubaland, the Kongo, Dahomey, Venin, Asante, and Kuba, and considers the impact of colonialism, post-colonialism, and globalization on the making of art in the African continent.

Satisfies a major requirement. Fulfills the Cultural Diversity and Fine Arts (old) and Visual and Performing Arts (new) distribution requirements. Counts toward the International Studies and Ethnic Studies concentrations.