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Gianna Carotenuto
ART H 214
Seattle Campus
Surveys the material culture and artistic production of South Asia, which includes the present-day nation states of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, from antiquity until the early modern period.
Class description
Diversity and continuity are themes that run through the history of the Indian subcontinent, whose distinct geographic, ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural traditions allow for a multiplicity of interpretations. This course considers the history of sculpture, architecture, painting and photography of South Asia (Indian subcontinent) from the ancient to the contemporary periods (2nd c. B.C. to 21st. C.E.) and a few key monuments in Southeast Asia. The material is arranged chronologically, to some extent, though emphasis is placed on larger issues and problems that re-occur across delineations of time.
Student learning goals
The student will learn to identify works of art, analyze and evaluate artistic qualities and aesthetic relationships.
determine overlapping cultural spheres of influence.
read critically, question existing theories.
explore how history has been written and its effect on our understanding of other cultures.
investigate the role and impact of politics, economics, societal practices upon the art production of South and Southeast Asia.
General method of instruction
Lecture, group discussions, individual projects
Recommended preparation
Western Art Historical Survey is a plus
Class assignments and grading
Individual project 15% Midterm exam 25% Research paper 30% Final exam 30%
Grading rubric to be posted on catalyst.
