ARTH 2223 The Arts of Egypt
A survey of the art, architecture, and archaeology of the Nile Valley within the broader context of the ancient and medieval worlds. The course introduces major monuments and artistic developments in Egypt and neighboring lands from the Dynastic periods through the Hellenistic and Roman times and the advent of Christianity and Islam. Students will explore cross-cultural contacts and artistic exchange between the Nile Valley and the rest of North and East Africa as well as the broader Near East.
Course overview
- Department
- Art History
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Offered
- Annually
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 4.53 / 5 · Excellent
- Instructor rating
- 4.70 / 5 · Excellent
- Terms evaluated
- 2
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | John Lansdowne | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 1–3 hrs/week | 20 of 25 |
| Spring 2024 | John Lansdowne | 4.4 | 4.6 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 1–3 hrs/week | 18 of 23 |