CHINESE 315 - Chinese Calligraphy:Gate to East Asian Art

Institution:

Bard College

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Description:

This course introduces the East Asian art of calligraphy? ?hufa in Chinese and shodo in Japanese. Long regarded as the highest form of art in East Asia, calligraphy lends itself to painting and poetry. Together they form the "three perfections" in the literati tradition. Students examine the aesthetic principles that connect the three aesthetic forms. Considerable time is devoted to discussing the philosophical traditions of Taoism, Zen Buddhism, and Confucianism. The course emphasizes learning the techniques of writing with the brush and developing individual styles. Students write one term paper and complete daily calligraphy projects.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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