LBRL 475 - Buddhist Art

Institution:

Western Washington University

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Description:

Prereq: one course from LBRL 231, 271, 272, 273, 275, 277, 332. Introduction to the foundations of Buddhism with a focus on Buddhist art and architecture. Topics include an introduction to religious activities around which Buddhist art has grown, and exploration of how these activities influenced the production of Buddhist art and architecture. Moving through chronology and geography, the course will examine Buddhism's origins in India, the changes that accompanied its move across the Asian continent, its adaptation to local customs and religions in East and Southeast Asia, and how these changes are manifested in art and architecture.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wwu.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 650-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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