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HAA 0640 Art of Japan
(usually offered once a year)
This course will survey Japan's diverse artistic traditions from its Neolithic origins to the 19th century. The lectures will focus on Buddhist painting and sculpture, architecture, handscrolls, gardens, zen painting, castles and warrior culture, and wood block prints. Major themes for discussion include the relationship between Japan, Korea, and China; the role of religion in art production; and the social and historical contexts of each major period.