4. **How has the perception and appreciation of African art evolved in the global art market over the past century, and what factors have contributed to these changes?
5. **What are some of the challenges and controversies surrounding the repatriation of African art and artifacts from museums and private collections in Europe and the Americas?
2. **How has religion influenced the development and themes of Asian art across different cultures, such as Hinduism in Indian art or Buddhism in East Asian art?
3. **What roles do traditional materials and techniques, such as ink and brush painting or woodblock printing, play in the creation and appreciation of Asian art?
4. **How have Asian art forms evolved in response to political, social, and cultural changes throughout history, such as during periods of colonization or modernization?
5. **In what ways have contemporary Asian artists merged traditional art forms with modern concepts and technologies to express current themes and issues?
What are the defining characteristics of Chinese calligraphy, and how has it been regarded as both an art form and a means of communication throughout Chinese history?
