This course examines feminist critiques of art history and contemporary art. What challenges did they pose to the fields of art history and contemporary art? Drawing on artworks by Rosa Bonheur, Georgia O’Keeffe, Adrian Piper, Cindy Sherman, Shahzia Sikander, Andy Warhol and others from the Princeton University Art Museum, as well as readings in art history, art criticism, cultural criticism, literature and philosophy, we will see how the feminist critique transformed art history and contemporary art, and was itself transformed in the process.
Distribution Area: CD or LA
Other Information
If possible, we will make frequent visits to the Princeton University Art Museum in order to study artworks firsthand. We will probably take fields trips within driving distance of campus to view special exhibitions and probably also meet with leading feminists in the art world. Please email AnnMarie Perl for up-to-date plans. If the course is closed, you are welcome to add your name to the waitlist.
