What is Modernism? Part 2 Lecture w/ William Perthes

Historians tell us that Modernism shaped art and culture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries in both profound and subtle ways and that its effects continue to be felt today. But what exactly is Modernism? Was it a movement, a philosophy, or something else? This two-part lecture will explore the historical, cultural, and political origins of Modernism with close consideration given to its manifestation in the arts. Special attention will be paid to Modernism and the visual arts. These lectures can be taken separately or ideally together for the most comprehensive experience.