ARTH 205 - Science and the Detection of Art Forgeries (3cr.)

Credit(s): 3

SCEN&DETECTION OF ART FORGERIE
Component: Lecture
Concepts from many scientific disciplines are useful for interpreting works of art. Analytical techniques based on those concepts often reveal art forgeries. Case studies will use basic scientific principles to investigate a wide variety of known or alleged art forgeries.
Allowed Units: 3 Grading Basis: Student Option
University Breadth: Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Technology Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring