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…how often must the student of fine art…wish he had the same sort of knowledge about its earlier growth in Greece that he actually possesses in the case of Italian art! Given any development at all in this matter, there must have been phases of art, which, if immature, were also veritable expressions of power to come, intermediate discoveries of beauty, such as are by no means a mere anticipation, and of service only as explaining historically larger subsequent achievements, but of permanent attractiveness in themselves, being often, indeed, the true maturity of certain amiable artistic qualities.
                                                                                      WALTER PATER
                                                                                      Greek Studies, 1895

Romans! lose no time! demolish those amphitheaters, smash those statues, burn those paintings, drive out those slaves who subjugate you and whose fatal arts corrupt you. Let other hands win fame with such vain talents; the only talent worthy of Rome is that of conquering the world and making virtue its ruler.
                                                                                      JEAN-JACQUES ROUSSEAU
                                                                                      Discourse on the Sciences and Arts, 1750

This course consists of eight slide-illustrated lectures and related readings/
discussions that will explore the art and archaeology of ancient Greece and
Rome. Beginning with the Bronze Age and continuing in the Classical period, it
will consider Greek architecture and sculpture, as well as examples of painting, mosaic and jewelry. Turning next to Etruria and the Roman world, lectures will examine the assimilation of Hellenic and imperial influences, architectural
innovations and the use of art as propaganda. The course will conclude with a
brief survey of subsequent literary and philosophical views of the artistic
production of the classical world.

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Wonderworks is a non-profit organization offering pre-college, after-school enrichment learning opportunities for high school students of special promise and ability.

Enrollment is free and open to all qualified students in grades 9 through 12.  To apply, fill out the form provided and mail to:

Be sure to include an e-mail address you can be reached at or through (either your own or that of a parent or teacher). If necessary, transportation may be arranged from campuses with sufficient enrollment. If you have questions or need additional information, please phone 713.301.4882 or e-mail info@wonderworkshouston.org.

The course will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified applicants. Applications must be received no later than 19 January to ensure full consideration; late applications will be considered if openings are available.

This program is made possible in part by a grant from HOUSTON ENDOWMENT INC.

For more information: info@wonderworkshouston.org