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2025 Spring > UGRD > ART > ART 256

The Arts of Japan

Course #: ART 256

Description:
This course is a chronological survey of Japan's major artistic traditions. Painting, sculpture, ceramics and architecture are set in historical, religious, and cultural contexts, with particular emphasis on identity issues deriving from Japan's periodic participation in continental Chinese culture. The course is organized to foreground issues of social class in terms of patronage, power, and representation.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 8347 TuTh
12:30 - 1:45 pm
TBD University Hall Y04-4180
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 35
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: Victoria Weston will retire
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: International, World Cultures