2859 - Ancient Egyptian Art, Materials + Making

Course Description

Egyptian, Winged Isis Pectoral, 1075-712 BCE. Helen M. Danforth Acquisition Fund. Courtesy of the RISD Museum.

Although readily recognizable to us as "Egyptian,” the art of ancient Egypt is in fact a nuanced, fluid body of work reflecting new beliefs, social changes and advances in craft technologies. This course gives students the tools to "read" ancient Egyptian art with the fluency of a specialist, through close encounters with Egyptian objects at the RISD Museum, hands-on engagement with the teaching collection at Brown University, and experimental making of Egyptian art. We'll explore techniques, materials and makers and consider the role art played in shaping and reinforcing the beliefs of this fascinating ancient culture.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Animation : Electives
• Graphic Design : Electives
• Interactive Design : Electives
• Natural Science Illustration : Electives
• Painting Studies : Electives
• Photography : Electives