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Course Description

This course focuses on the visual culture of Western Europe and the Western Mediterranean from about 400 through the year 1000. Intensive areas of focus are the Anglo-Saxon, Carolingian and Ottonian periods, as well as early Medieval Spain, and the use of art and architecture to shape ideas about institutions such as kingship and monasticism. Manuscript illuminations receive special attention. NOTE: Field trips are mandatory for this class. (Prior to fall 2009, the course title was "The Dark Ages.")
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Section Title
ARTH 2216 - Early Medieval Visual Culture
Type
Lecture
Days
T, Th
Time
12:30PM to 1:50PM
Dates
Jan 13, 2026 to May 05, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
41.3
Location
Delivery Options
Classroom  
Course Fee(s)
SNRSCH Fee $250.00 Click here to get more information

Section Notes

Thank you for registering for a Senior Scholars course! The Senior Scholars program is an auditing program for Temple graduates, as well as their spouses or partners, and other friends of Temple, age 50+. As an auditor, you will not receive a grade or academic credit for this course. A few days before the start of the semester, you will receive an email confirming your enrollment and providing more information on how to get started in your course.

This course will be meeting T, TH from 12:30-1:50PM on Temple University's main campus from Monday, January 12th  through Tuesday, May 5, 2026 in Tyler School of Art, Room 0B081

Please note: classes are not held during Spring break: March 2 to 6, 2026.

Instructor: Joseph Kopta

For Art History courses: * Attendance at field trips is not mandatory for Senior Scholars, but you may choose to join the class at the designated site if you wish.