Read the following short article from Khan Academy on Art History:
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/ap-art-history/start-here-apah/intro-art-history-apah/a/what-is-art-history?modal=1
Based on the article, what does art history mean to you? Why does it matter?
then Watch the famous “Museum scene” from the film Black Panther with Newark native actor Michael B. Jordan. What do you think of this scene? Based on the Guardian article linked below, what role do you think museums like the British Museum play in commodifying art historically? Some scholars and lawyers have claimed that museums like the British Museum are guilty of looting and profiting by displaying goods stolen from former colonies. After reading the Guardian article and watching the Black Panther clip, discuss whether you agree or disagree. Who do you think should control historical works of art?
link for clip: https://youtu.be/u1NWb5NLiVo
