ASIA243
Buddhist Arts and Visual Cultures
Subject code
ASIA
Course Number
243
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
T. Nguyen
Course Long Title
Buddhist Arts and Visual Cultures
Cross Listed Courses
Description
The course examines the history of Buddhist visual cultures. It provides a basic introduction to a broad spectrum of Buddhist art, beginning with the emergence of early Buddhist sculpture in India and ending with modern Buddhist visual works. It examines selected works of architecture, sculpture, and paintings in their religious, social, and cultural contexts. It also briefly surveys regional Buddhism and its arts.
Modes of Inquiry
Analysis and Critique [AC]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements
(AVC: Non-Western Canon)
INDS Program Relationship
IDAS - ASIA Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
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Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year