Art and Architecture
of Japan
Description: This course surveys the arts of Japan from
the prehistoric period to the present day. The primary focus
is on Japanese painting, sculpture, and architecture of the
pre-modern period, although the critical role of calligraphy,
garden design, ceramics, and prints will also be explored. Essential
themes of the course include the relationship between artistic
production and Japanese sociopolitical development, Sino-Japanese
cultural exchange, and the impact of religion, region, gender,
and class on the appearance of Japanese art. The Web site, part
of a larger initiative to build digital resources for Asian
Art, provides students with approximately 350 images of Japanese
art and architecture covering the major monuments discussed
in class.
Grants and Funding: Columbia University, Office of the
Executive Vice-Provost
Contributing Faculty or Academic Program: Assistant Professor
Melissa McCormick
Staff: Jeremy Stynes
Media: HTML and Database
URL: http://www.learn.columbia.edu/japanart
Access: Columbia University, password protected
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| Nyoirin Kannon,
detail, Main Hall, Kanshinji, Osaka; ca. 836-840;
wood with polychrome; sitting H. 110 cm. |
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