How has traditional Chinese painting evolved from the Tang dynasty to modern times, and what are some key characteristics distinctive to each major period?
Who are some of the most influential contemporary Chinese artists, and how do they incorporate traditional elements into their work while addressing modern themes?
**What are the key characteristics that distinguish Mughal art and architecture from other Indian art forms, and how did Islamic influences shape this style?
2. **How does the use of calligraphy in Islamic art compare to the role of symbolism in Indian art, and what cultural or religious significance do each hold within their respective traditions?
3. **In what ways did trade and cultural exchange between India and the Islamic world impact the artistic techniques and materials used in both Indian and Islamic art?
4. **What role do religious themes play in Indian and Islamic art, and how are these themes expressed differently through various artistic mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture?
5. **How did the patronage of rulers like the Mughals in India and the Abbasid Caliphate in the Islamic world influence the development and evolution of artistic practices within their respective ...