ARTH 172 Introduction to Asian Art: From the Land of the Buddha to the World of the Geisha (Not offered 1998-99)*

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. (This course replaces ArtH 171 Asian Art Survey.) No prerequisites. Open to first year students.

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