World Histories in Art

History Fundamentals

Chronology, periodization, primary and secondary sources, close looking—these are but a few of the fundamentals to the approach and study of history and art history

Continents

Learn about the cultures, history, and art related to different continents

EXPLORE BY TIME PERIOD

Learn more about the art in different time periods across the globe

THE ANCIENT WORLD

Explore the diverse arts and cultures from the prehistoric period until circa 500 CE

THE MEDIEVAL WORLD

Explore the diverse arts and cultures across the world from circa 500–1500 CE

THE MODERN WORLD

Explore the diverse arts and cultures from circa 1500 CE onward

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