FA 261X - Survey of Asian Art

Instructor: Ms. Jennifer O. Ramirez
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 215
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3

What defines a culture? How do art and architecture reflect cultural concerns and values? Are there differences in the way the East and West perceive and visualize their world? These and many more questions will be part of this study of Asian art. FA-261 is designed as an introduction to the art and architecture of India, China, and Japan, covering nearly 4,000 years of art and history produced by a massive area of the world – South Asia and East Asia – the course will present the main lines of development of these cultures and their arts. Emphasis will be placed on recognition and identification of major works of art, including sculpture, ceramics, painting, and architecture, and associated styles from each period/dynasty. A focus on religion and regional philosophy will be a strong component as well. This course is taught as FA-375X and may not be taken again for credit. Note: Civilizations & Cultures Course.