What role do materials and techniques play in traditional Korean art, such as ceramics and hanbok, and how are these art forms being preserved or evolved in contemporary practices?
How has Southeast Asian art, including the architectural styles of Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Borobudur in Indonesia, reflected the region's diverse cultural and religious influences?
What roles do symbolism and nature play in Chinese art, and how are these elements manifested in various art forms such as landscape painting and porcelain design?
What are the distinguishing characteristics of Chinese ceramics, and how have techniques and designs varied across different dynasties like the Tang, Song, and Ming?
**What are the key characteristics that differentiate Mughal miniature paintings from other Indian art forms, and how did they evolve over the centuries?
2. **In what ways did Islamic calligraphy influence architectural design in historical mosques across India, and what are some notable examples of this influence?
3. **How did the trade and cultural exchanges along the Silk Road impact the styles and techniques used in Indian and Islamic art during the medieval period?
