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History of Furniture and Ornamentation. Part 1: Ancient through Neoclassicism

GENINT 741.540

Osher (50+). In this course, we explore furniture and decorative objects from ancient times through the 18th century.

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Starting at $115.00
As few as 6 weeks
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About this course:

Throughout history, furniture makers and decorative artists have often been relegated to a lesser status behind painters and sculptors, but furniture and decorative objects are important works of art in and of themselves. These imaginative artists used meticulous methods and sumptuous materials to create beauty and opulence in their creations. In this course, we trace the growth of the furniture trade in Europe, America, and other cultures from ancient times through the 18th century, focusing on the detailed methods of marquetry, gilding, lacquering, upholstery, mechanization, and other construction techniques. The lives of the artists and their patrons are also discussed in the context of the era in which they lived. This course will be recorded. Students will have access to videos for the duration of the course.  

Spring 2025 Schedule

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Monday 1:00PM - 3:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Eleanor Schrader
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Fee:
$115.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
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Plus members pay only $34 for this course. Visitors not permitted.

You must be a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course. To become a member, proceed with enrolling in an OLLI course and you will be prompted to purchase a membership during checkout. For more information about OLLI, visit the Osher website.

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
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Mon Mar 31, 2025
1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT
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Mon Apr 7, 2025
1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Mon Apr 14, 2025
1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT
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Mon Apr 21, 2025
1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT
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Mon Apr 28, 2025
1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Mon May 5, 2025
1:00PM PT - 3:00PM PT
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