5. **What are the significant contributions of Chinese art to the global art scene in the 21st century, and how are Chinese artists engaging with international audiences?
How do the architectural styles of Mughal India reflect the synthesis of Islamic and Indian artistic traditions, and what are some prominent examples of this fusion?
In what ways did the trade routes between India and the Islamic world influence artistic exchanges and innovations in both regions during the medieval period?
How is religious symbolism reflected in Islamic art, given the prohibition of figural representation, and how does this compare to the symbolic use of imagery in Indian art?
What are the key differences and similarities in the use of calligraphy in Islamic art and traditional Indian art forms, and how have these practices evolved over time?
How did the Edo period influence the development and popularization of Ukiyo-e, and what are some of the most notable works and artists from this genre?
In what ways do traditional Japanese aesthetics, such as wabi-sabi and mono no aware, manifest in various forms of Japanese art including pottery, painting, and architecture?
