5. **How are materials and techniques used in Asian sculpture and pottery distinct from those used in Western art traditions, and how have they evolved over time?
4. **How has contemporary Asian art both adhered to and diverged from traditional artistic practices and themes, and what impact has globalization had on this evolution?
3. **What role did calligraphy play in the development of visual arts in Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and the Islamic societies of Central and South Asia?
2. **How did Buddhist art influence the development and expression of artistic traditions across different Asian cultures, such as India, Tibet, and Southeast Asia?
How have Western influences and interactions impacted the evolution of Asian art during the 19th and 20th centuries, and how are these influences reflected in the artwork of that period?
What are some of the major differences and similarities in the artistic styles and themes found in Chinese, Japanese, Indian, and Korean art throughout history?
How do religious and philosophical traditions, such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Confucianism, manifest themselves in the art and architecture of different Asian regions?
How have traditional techniques and materials used in Asian art, such as ink painting and calligraphy, influenced modern Asian artists and their contemporary works?
