Join Curator, Scott Schweigert for an engaging, educational tour through art of the past from the ancients to the modernists. Each class will explore major stylistic trends, key artists, important monuments, social and political contexts, and a discussion of techniques and patronage. When appropriate, the class will explore The Museum’s own collection as a jumping off point for key concepts and ideas. The sessions for this Fall course include:
• The Ancient World and the Classical Tradition
• The Renaissance
• Baroque and Rococo
• Realism, Impressionism to Modernism
Registration is required. Deadline is September 20
Cost: $120 for members, $180 for non-members
Course materials will be provided.
Seating is limited. Please contact Wendy Koller at 610.371.5850 x223 or email wendy.koller@readingpublicmuseum.org to register.
