– general introduction: defining modernism

– 2 mini-essays about:

1) Brooklyn Bridge ( Joseph Stella)

2) The Two Fridas, 1939 (Frida Kahlo)

Why this art work, building or object is an example of modernism; why it typifies its movement and the movement’s theories or principles (if it has any) and formal techniques and style; how it compares to its movement as a whole including other works by other artists; how it expresses the ‘temper’ of its times (its context; its ‘modernity’; world events informing its creation); and any details that are relevant about its maker and how it was received by critics and the public (look for primary sources such as letters and reviews here).

Reference and cite everything including images used, electronic sources and websites, videos and recordings.

Illustrate your essay. Structure it properly with an introduction, a body (the 3 mini-essays) and a conclusion, as well as a bibliography. Headings for the 3 sections are fine and will help with structure.

Length: about 7-8 pages typed and double spaced.