ARTH-3419 (3) Modern Art Survey

Surveys the loss of beauty in art and discusses whether or not that loss is regrettable. Questions the function and historical meaning of modern and postmodern art: is it all hype and strategic positioning by artists for fame and fortune? Is it serious? Are the fine arts still fine? Requisites: Requires prerequisite courses of ARTH 1300 and 1400 (all minimum grade D-).