What are the main characteristics of miniature painting in both Indian (e.g., Mughal and Rajput styles) and Islamic traditions, and how do they differ in terms of technique and subject matter?
How are religious themes and narratives depicted in Indian art, and what are some significant differences between Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain art traditions?
What role does calligraphy play in Islamic art, and how has it been integrated into various forms of artistic expression such as architecture, painting, and ceramics?
How have contemporary Chinese artists integrated traditional techniques and themes into modern artistic expressions and what impact has globalization had on their work?
What are the distinguishing features of significant Chinese ceramic styles, such as those from the Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties, and how did trade impact their evolution?
How does traditional Chinese landscape painting represent the relationship between humanity and nature, and how has this perspective evolved over time?
