AAH 217 - Arts of Islamic World

Institution:

The College of New Jersey

Subject:

Description:

An introduction to the visual arts of the Islamic world, including architecture, painting, ceramics, textiles, metalwork, photography, and prints. Emphasis will be placed on understanding individual works of art within their historical, social, and religious contexts. The course will provide a firm understanding of both the Islamic faith and the development of Islamic cultures around the world. Issues to be addressed include regionalism versus universalism in Islamic art, the use of art to express political power, and Western views of Islam.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2008 - 08/14/2015 

Institution Website:

www.tcnj.edu

Phone Number:

(609) 771-1855

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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