Title GEC06 Chapter 4 - MIDTERM.pdf ✅

ART APPRECIATION Gabriel G. Uriarte, Ph.D. Compiler Chapter 04 Art History and Movements CLASS DISCUSSION AND SHARING Teacher and Students’ Interaction TOPICS A. Art Through the Ages: Prehistoric, Classical, Medieval, Renaissance, Modern, and Contemporary B. Key Art Movements: Impressionism, Expressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Abstract, and Pop Art CLASS DISCUSSION A. Art Through the Ages: Prehistoric, Classical, Medieval, Renaissance, Modern, and Contemporary B. Key Art Movements: Impressionism, Expressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Abstract, and Pop Art CLOSING THOUGHTS A. Art Through the Ages: Prehistoric, Classical, Medieval, Renaissance, Modern, and Contemporary B. Key Art Movements: Impressionism, Expressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Abstract, and Pop Art LEARNING ACTIVITIES A. Definition of Terms B. Identification Test C. Thought Provoking Questions D. Critical Thinking Questions E. Multiple Choice Test F. Take Home Exam OBJECTIVES General objective: To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of art history and movements, enabling them to critically analyze and appreciate


➢ Themes: Mythology, humanism, and civic pride. ➢ Mediums: Marble, bronze, frescoes, and mosaics. • Significant Works: ➢ Parthenon Sculptures by Phidias (447–432 BCE) – Exemplify the Greek ideal of beauty and proportion. ➢ Laocoön and His Sons (1st century BCE) – A dramatic depiction of human emotion and struggle. • Cultural Impact: Classical art laid the foundation for Western aesthetics, emphasizing rationality and the celebration of the human form. 03. Medieval Art (c. 5th century – 15th century CE) • Characteristics: Medieval art was deeply religious, reflecting the dominance of Christianity and the feudal system in Europe. Styles like Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic flourished. ➢ Themes: Religious devotion, divine symbolism, and spiritual narratives. ➢ Mediums: Stained glass, illuminated manuscripts, frescoes, and metalwork. • Significant Works: ➢ Hagia Sophia (537 CE) – A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. ➢ Gothic cathedrals like Notre-Dame de Paris (1163–1345) – Renowned for their intricate stained glass and pointed arches. • Cultural Impact: Medieval art reinforced religious teachings, serving as an educational tool for largely illiterate populations.