In what ways do Islamic architectural elements, such as calligraphy and geometric patterns, reflect the religious and cultural values of the societies that created them?
How do Indian temple sculptures convey religious narratives, and what techniques were commonly used to achieve the intricate details seen in these stone carvings?
Can you discuss the significance of color and symbolism in Islamic art, particularly in the context of ceramic tiles and textiles from the Ottoman Empire?
In what ways did the art of tea ceremony (Chadō) embody the aesthetic principles of wabi-sabi, and how did it influence other forms of Japanese art and culture?
How does the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi reflect cultural attitudes toward imperfection and restoration, and what materials and techniques are commonly used?
What role did Japanese woodblock printing play in shaping Western art movements such as Impressionism, and how were Japanese artists influenced in return by Western techniques?
