ARTS 356 - Monks, Miracles, and Magic: Buddhist Art in East Asia

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
East Asian Studies
Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4HU, CD

This course explores Buddhist art in China and Japan. Focusing on archaeological sites and monuments, we will explore tenets of the religion, and how devotional faith inspired the production of various artistic forms: painted or carved cave-temples, sculptural tableaux and monasteries, as well as portable sutras, paintings, and other artifacts. Key issues include text-image relationships and how Buddhism intersects with interests of imperial patronage and politics.
Enrollment Limit: 30
Instructor: B. Cheng
Prerequisites & Notes
100-Level Arts Course.