HART B269 - Japanese Art

Institution:

Haverford College

Subject:

Description:

M.Easton A study of visual culture of Japan from prehistory to the present, through the lens of Japanese history, literature and religion. Topics will include: the interaction of Buddhism and Japanese art and architecture; the illustration of the "Tale of Genji" and Heian court culture; scrolls, screens and the mechanics of painting format; nature as literary and symbolic motif; class, gender and ukiyo-e; and trends in contemporary Japanese art. Discusses the idea of cultural interaction and appropriation between Japan, China and the West. Not offered in 2008-09.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 08/30/2008 

Institution Website:

www.haverford.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 896-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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