In what ways did the religious and cultural diversity of India impact its art styles, particularly in relation to Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic artistic traditions?
5. **What roles do symbolism and mythology play in traditional Chinese art, and how are these elements reflected in various mediums, such as sculpture, jade carving, and textiles?
3. **In what ways do traditional Chinese calligraphy and brushwork techniques convey philosophical and cultural values, and how are they preserved in contemporary art practices?
2. **What are the key differences and similarities between Chinese landscape painting, often referred to as shanshui, and Western landscape painting traditions?
**How have historical periods and dynasties in China influenced the development and styles of its traditional art forms, such as painting, calligraphy, and pottery?
What roles do religious and philosophical traditions, such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Shinto, play in the development of Asian art across different cultures?
