ARTH 172(S) Introduction to Asian Art: From the Land of the Buddha to the World of the Geisha*
This course surveys the great artistic traditions of Asia, concentrating on a limited number of major art works from India, China, and Japan. Through visual analysis, students learn the aesthetic, religious, and political ideas and cultural meanings conveyed in the art works. A weekly conference section required. Evaluation will be based on five quizzes and three short essays. No prerequisites. Open to first year students. (This course replaces ArtH 171 Asian Art Survey.)