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ARTH 387 - Islamic Art and Architecture

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Survey of major works of art and architecture in the Islamic World that considers past and present scholarship, and big picture issues such as the creation of art and the nature of artistic creativity, the intersections of art and religion, art and politics, art and economics, and the special role of patronage in the arts. Students hone critical analysis skill through observation and writing practice, focus on understanding complexities, and improve their own ability to form opinions based on research, visual and textual evidence, and insights gained in discussion. Even years Fall.