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109 Chinese Meditative Arts. The history and philosophy of Chinese arts will be introduced with its applications for meditation, relaxation, concentration, and physical development. Short forms of Tai chi, Tai chi sword, and health-related techniques will be taught in conjunction with the art and practice of Chinese brush calligraphy and seal carving. Other art forms such as Chinese music, theater, and dance will be introduced briefly. The correlation/interface of the Chinese body movement and the arts practice would, hopefully, rekindle one's interest in and lead to further exploration of the Asian culture. (Also listed as Dance 102.) 1 unit - Wang
117 Introduction to Asian Art. Introduction to Asian art in its historical and cultural context with emphasis on China, Japan, and India. (Also listed as Art History 113.) (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) 2 units - Bentley
155 The Art of China. Chinese art from ancient to modern times in its cultural context. Artistic and archaeological materials will be examined in order to learn where, when, and how the culture we call Chinese evolved. Special attention will be given to attitudes toward art today, and to recent archaeological discoveries. (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) Also listed as Art History 155.) 1 unit - Bentley
250 Topics in Asian Studies: Word and Image in Chinese and Japanese Art This course will examine the relationship between literature and art in Chinese and Japanese tomb art, painting, prints, and ceramics. Due to its thematic nature, the course will not provide a comprehensive Asian art survey. In China, we will examine Confucian texts and Sima Qian's Records of the Historian in relation to the Wu shrines; and Neo-Daoist writings in relation to the Seven Sages to the Bamboo Grove tomb engravings. Then we will consider allusions in Song painting to Tang and Song poetry; and the literary basis for Ming dynasty drama illustrations and printing playing cards. In Japan, we begin by examining Heian court poetry in relation to court art. We then consider the relationship between Zen writings and medieval monochrome ink paintings; and the role of the Zen church in the shifting aesthetics of the tea ceremony. The course concluded by investigating ironic juxtapositions of word and image in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Prerequisite:100 level AH course or COI (AH 200.) 1 unit- Bentley
250 Topics in Asian Studies: Chinese Calligraphy. An introduction to Chinese brushwork covering calligraphy, bamboo, orchid and tree painting, as well as some bird painting..25 units- Tu
255 The Art of Japan. Salient developments in the art and architecture of Japan from prehistoric to modern times. Emphasis on the religious, philosophical, and historical background. Prerequisite: 155 or consent of instructor. (Also listed as Art History 255.) (Meets the Critical Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) 1 unit - Bentley
350 Print Culture and International Exchange in Early Modern China and Japan. Prerequisite:
A course in Art History or Asian Studies or consent of instructor. (Also listed as Art History 345.) (Meets
the Perspectives: Diverse Cultures and Critiques requirement.) 1 unit - Bentley